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I think that it's easier to do something for other people than for myself. I also find myself happy when I help others. Most of my professional life I worked with children, because I loved helping them to learn how nature works and seeing them grow. Once I was called to be a companion for an older lady that lived alone and I...
Iryna can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Shorena G.
Fair Lawn, NJ
$25-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shorena 43, from Georgia, have an 10 years experience to work with elderly people, dementia, Parkinson's disease , diabetics, wound care, colostomy care, I am Carrying and responsibilities person.
Shorena can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Shorena is very kind and comfortable person she is very good friend"
Ia S.
5.0
(2)
I have 20 yrs + caring for the elderly. I helped my father take care of my mother who had been sick for years. For five years I took care of my sisters 93-year-old mother-in-law and still continue to do so every once in a while. My goal is to make the remainder of her years as happy and joyful as possible. To me, keeping her...
Jill can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & 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
(3)
Hello, my name is Martina, and I am a very friendly & trustworthy person. I'm highly compassionate, loving , caring and I have 20 years experience as a dedicated , dependable caregiver. I provide companionship, playing games, watching TV, going for a walk, talking , monitoring health and medication , prepare a simple meals ,...
Martina can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Martina is a beautiful person. She genuinely cares for people and treats them like they are part of her own family. She pays attention to detail and informs you day to day. She is what everyone wants in a care giver.."
Pam M.
Donna H.
Paterson, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Certified Home Health Aide, responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services, while assisting with medication. Provide caring companionship, promoting excellent in clients care in accordance with each client. Dementia care provider. dependable and reliable. discuss what time are available to fit client...
Donna can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Attentive, Reliable and Great interpersonal skills… Absolute asset to any family. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well.
As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ana can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance & more
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , I am a welcoming, nurturing, flexible, and well experienced individual. I am a Certified Home Health Aide. I have worked in this field for 10+ years both as a live in aide and in the nursing home setting and assisted living setting. I am a mother of 8, all adults now & with 3 grandchildren. I am a family oriented...
Rosalee can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is a great mentor and lovely lady and I am grateful that I met her at my church. She gives so much love and care to others. She is helpful, understanding, and always shows compassion. Any family would be lucky to have her in their lives."
Dwayne M.
5.0
(5)
I love to take care people give quality care help we wherever they need.
Patient care, bathe, dress feed cook.... Am I passionate lovely caring person I love to treat my patient with love dignity an respect...
Mercedes can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mercedes was kind and compassionate as she took care of my mother in the final months of her life. My mother loved her and we felt very secure when she was with her. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Christine and I am a caregiver for seniors and people with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and have taken great interest in working with seniors. I am available to provide most services such as medication management, bathing, food preparation and feeding, mobility assistance, transportation,...
Christine can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care, dementia
5.0
"I want to thank Christine from the bottom of my heart. Christine came into our home with genuine grace, kindness and skill to assist with the care of our mother. She always had a smile and a kind word and made us all feel that Mom was in safe and caring hands....
Laura S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm very friendly and loving caregiver and will take care of your loved one like its my family member! I'm reliable and trustworthy, easy going person.
Eda can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"She took good care of my mother who was in her 90s Eda was there for her every step of the way , she was reliable, trustworthy, very loving and caring. She would go out of her way to make sure everyone is pleased. I would definitely recommend her!"
Kayla B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a position as a part time senior companion or caregiver. I have extensive experience and can provide references. I'm a compassionate, loving and very caring person. I enjoy spending time with the elderly and treat each person as I would want someone to treat my own mother. I enjoy going for walks with them,...
Carol can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification
5.0
"Carol took great care of my mother in her home and is a very competent caregiver. Carol helped prepare all my mothers meals, did laundry, assisted with pill reminders, and followed my family's care plan. Carol engaged my mom through conversation and fun activities...
Bea S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependent, loving and dedicated caretaker of over 12 years of senior and hospice care.
I'd describe my personality as living, compassionate and honest.
I like caring for seniors because it brings great joy to make a positive difference in their everyday life.
I'm looking for a job that will allow me to fulfill my Career as...
Marcia can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Marcia is a wonderful, caring, sensitive and giving person. She cared for my wife who has Alzheimer's."
Mark M.
Christa V.
Bloomingdale, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a professional senior caregiver for over 10 years. I started out in the field as a senior companion and fell in love with the work. Through the years I have worked with many different seniors with different needs. I have experience with seniors that suffer from Alzheimer's and dementia- from early onset...
Christa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Christa is wonderful with my Dad! Has such a positive personality that helps to draw him out of his inertia. She also thinks on her feet with suggestions and ideas to help all of us in his care as his dementia grows and his day to day tasks become more...
Christina V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a home health aide and have five years of experience working with seniors. I've always been passionate about being able to help people and give back. I felt this was a perfect opportunity to combine my experience and knowledge and to help out as much as possible. I am also CPR certified, and have references upon request.
Santa can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Santa was so attentive with my mom. She always made her comfortable. Always on time and great communication.
Her ability to chat with my mom who suffered with dementia made me feel so at ease.
I didn’t leave my mom with anyone but was able to for hours with Santa...
Care member
Maureen B.
Wayne, NJ
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
40 Years As An LPN With A Lot Of Experience In Many Areas Of Nursing
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
40 years in nursing, 18 in LTC, ACUTE CARE, DEMENTIA , & HOSPICE CARE.. , Also worked in MEDICAL/ SURGICAL & DOCTORS OFFICES.. CPR certified, pediatric home care experience,, has been a nurse for 40 years .. looking for Part-Time, experience with good references , ,, reliable, good worker, friendly & honest.. CPR certified....
Maureen can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Maureen has been so great with my mother in law!!"
Joanne C.
5.0
(1)
I have great compassion and excellent care for elderly patients, with over 5 years of experience. Am very trustworthy and reliable
Maria J can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I know Ferris for 10 years and is very hardworking. She shows up to work on time, She is very loving, kind and supportive."
Simone P.
Jeannette L.
Paterson, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Aide At Home Part Time Or Full Time I'm Very Care Person With Good Reference Good Experience
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work for 15 year like home health aide I am a medication aide too a lot experience with patients with dementia , Parkinson's diabetic high blood pressure and depression... help with personal need at home shopping , personal care Dr appointment. Companion care .
Jeannette can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If I could give her a rating above five star I would. She deserves our family's deepest appreciation because the way she took care of our elderly mother. She was friendly and kind with great sense of humor. She was very dependable and professional."
Enamul K.
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, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Ibeth is a very caring, dedicated individual who takes her job seriously. She is very knowledgeable in senior care and is willing to take on whatever is asked of her. She will go above and beyond to do what is best for her client. Ibeth was a God send to our...
Janet C.
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Recent home care reviews in Oakland, NJ
Shorena G.
5.0
Shorena cared for our 95 year old father until he passed away. She is warm, compassionate, dependable, and very patient. Shorena is very trustworthy and extremely kind. She takes care of the elderly in a kind and gentle way. She became a member of our family and we are so thankful and...
- Mitch S.
Grace B.
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 care taker and could not have done...
- Greg H.
Martina K.
5.0
Martina was wonderful with my mother-in-law, who suffered from dementia.
She is dependable, punctual, patient & kind.
- Marna K.
Donna H.
5.0
Very nice, patient and professional.
Donna is also very reliable.
- Care member
Rosalee C.
5.0
She is a great mentor and lovely lady and I am grateful that I met her at my church. She gives so much love and care to others. She is helpful, understanding, and always shows compassion. Any family would be lucky to have her in their lives.
- Dwayne M.
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FAQs for finding home care in Oakland, NJ
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Oakland, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Oakland, NJ as of May, 2024 is $18.00 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Oakland, NJ?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Oakland, NJ. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Oakland, NJ or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Oakland, NJ?
The types of home health care services near you in Oakland, NJ will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Oakland, NJ that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Oakland, NJ?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Oakland, NJ, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Oakland, NJ?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Oakland, NJ, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.