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Valda B.

Rutherford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a skilled experienced CNA and HHA with 20+ years of experience in Nursing home care, Rehab care, Home care, Hospice care, Hospital care, as well as Assisted living. I am also specially trained in CPR, Fire Safety, Respiratory care, Renal care, and dementia/Alzheimer care. I take pride in the quality of care that I give...
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Juvy V.

Kind, Compassionate And Reliable Senior Caregiver

Rutherford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years experience with working with the elderly population. I'm a very compassionate person who treats my clients as my own family. Very reliable and trustworthy. Do light housekeeping, meal prep, assistance with ADLs, medication reminders, and can drive to doctor appointments and errands. Can provide good references...
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Rowena R.

Rutherford, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
* I am a dedicated, efficient and compassionate caregiver with 8 + years of experience. * Home Health Certified *Knowledgeable in Dementia Care and Parkinson's *Have proven abilities in building strong relationships with clients as well as providing emotional supports towards their families. *Skilled with patience on...
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Rowena P R.

Dementia Care Certified

Rutherford, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Understanding and Very compassionate. Dementia Care Certified. Has a vast understanding about family dynamics. Flexible and has integrity . Always follow the mantra of caregiving , PEOPLE FIRST.
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Samantha V.

Care Taker/Tutor

Rutherford, NJ

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sam I am a registered emergency nurse Previously I have worked in senior communities working with a large variety of clients with different health issues that consisted of Parkinson's, Alzheimers/dementia, MS, and several cancer patients. I have assisted in cleaning, bathing, transportation, maintaining safety,...
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Rowena P R.

Knowledgeable In Dementia/ Azheimers & Parkinsons Disease

Rutherford, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am dependable , trustworthy and dedicated caregiver with 8 plus years of experience providing assistance with daily living needs to clients. I have proven abilities in building relationships with clients as well as providing emotional supports towards their families and friends. Provides light housekeeping , medication...
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Christina S.

Passaic, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
10 years experience. Home health aide available part time I love what I do I have so many experience certified , Home Health Aide, Foster care

Care Member says "Very caring towards my elderly father, very knowledgeable and really cares. Extremely reliable."

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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
Dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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Sunmi J.

Senior Care

Glen Ridge, NJ

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge NJ. I'm very responsible and trustworthy and I love to help. I am a student but I have pretty much flexible schedule. Please feel free to ask. :)

Alinur S. says "So far she was one of the good senior care giver I ever had. She is very polite and honest, if I again needed I will call her to take the job. You won't...

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Michelle B.

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
With over three decades of unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals in need, I am a seasoned Home Health Aide committed to providing exceptional care. Throughout my 25 years in this noble profession, I've diligently supported patients with compassion, empathy, and expertise. I have dealt with various types of...

Tangela S. says "Michelle B is a gem! She was wonderful with both of my parents. Her patience and care for them were truly appreciated, as well as her knowledge of their...

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Marcel O.

Patient, Kind And Handy Assistant!

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Marcel and I live in NJ. I have been a farmer and a teacher for all subjects including music teacher/ Health Aid for more than 18 years. I have been a Health Aid/ babysitter for people with disabilities including kids, and adults of all ages including elderly patients. I enjoy helping and working with all age...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Marcel to anybody looking to hire him. He is one of the most talented, kind, compassionate and caring person I ever meet in my life....

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Rosemary A.

Compassionate Care

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Hello, I am Rosemary ! I have over 8 years of experience as a carer working with patients with varying levels of required attention, disorders, disabilities and varying stages of illnesses. I have experience working with clients with alzheimer's and non able bodies seniors citizens. Helping the elderly feel safe and assisted in...

Care Member says "Rosemary helped take care of my mother for the last 18 months of her life. She was always kind, gentle, and patient with my mother, even as my mother's...

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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
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
+ 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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Liana M.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
I have 25 years experience of taking care of elderly people. (HHA certificate)I have an excellent references. I can help with bathing/ dressing, Cooking, Shopping, Light housekeeping, Washing laundry, Refill prescriptions, Help with medication, Drive to doctors appointments and Organize anything.

Kate H. says "If you are looking for someone to give your loved ones the best care, Liana is the right one for you. We've been working together for many years and I have...

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Abigail H.

Full-time

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I a dependable and compassionate care-giver for over 6 years I have been working the healthcare field. I pride myself to quickly learn new skills and very adaptable in any situation. In the past I have assisted client with their daily activities, engaged in conversation, taken vital signs, light housekeeping, laundry , walking...

Khadine S. says "Search no more! A talented woman who is known for her passion, a woman who is reliable and trustworthy. Abbi a positive, enthusiastic and happy...

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Guerline D.

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Guerline I am in experience and Enthusiastic CNA certified. I am 44 years old and I have 14 years of experience Working with clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, Bathing, feeding light housekeeping, meal prep, and crafting activities. I am responsible, hard-working, caring and reliable. I know how it is for a...

Michelle R. says "She's a very nice responsible lady. I would recommend her to anyone."

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Vanessa G.

Hardworking , Caring , Dedicated Help

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience in adult and elderly care I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing etc. I am ready and able to provide my services of expertise in taking good care of your love ones . I also have background in psychology as I hold a Bs. In psychology

Djaun L. says "Vanessa is very compassionate, caring and kind. She does her job well. She is very industrious and reliable."

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Evelyn C.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
I have been a Caregiver for over a decade and in that time, have built strong relationships, caring for people from all walks of life. The agencies and families I have worked with, all say that I am Honest, Dependable and Kind. I say I simply give care as I would love to receive it, if I were in their shoes. Family is not Blood...

Care Member says "Ms. Evelyn is someone I would personally hire to care for myself if needed. She worked for my agency for 5 years and was one of our most requested...

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Yelena C.

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Yelena, I live in Caldwell, NJ, have over 28 years experience as a Home Health Aide. I have all COVID vaccines and Booster. My skills include caring for individuals in need of assistance due to age, health conditions, & limitations in maintaining a comfortable lifestyle and companionship. I have cared...

Tess T. says "Yelena is very kind and caring! I highly recommend her!"

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Danny C C.

Very Experienced Person Caring For Elderly People.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Looking for senior care or child care. Female, Caring, compassionate, patient and super reliable. Looking for part time (evenings, weekends or nights). Although don't speak English, I can understand and I can communicate using translator. Available immediately.
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  • The average post rate is $23.83/hr as of May 2026

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Rutherford, NJ

Live In Caregivers in Rutherford, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Christina S.

Very caring towards my elderly father, very knowledgeable and really cares. Extremely reliable.

- 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

Sunmi J.

So far she was one of the good senior care giver I ever had. She is very polite and honest, if I again needed I will call her to take the...

- Alinur S.

Helpful information on live-in caregivers in Rutherford, NJ

The average cost for a live-in caregiver in Rutherford, NJ as of May 2026 is $23.83 per hour, though many roles are structured as a weekly or monthly salary. In addition to wages, families typically provide room and board, including a private living space and meals. Total compensation can vary based on experience, level of care required, and schedule expectations.

A live-in caregiver in Rutherford, NJ provides continuous, in-home support for seniors or individuals who need assistance with daily living. Responsibilities often include helping with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Because they live in the home, they can offer consistent care and respond quickly to changing needs. You can learn more about what to expect when hiring live-in senior care.

A live-in caregiver can be a good option for families in Rutherford, NJ who need ongoing, full-time support for a loved one. This type of care is especially helpful for individuals with mobility challenges, chronic conditions, or those who prefer to age in place. It provides continuity, safety, and peace of mind compared to part-time or hourly care arrangements.

To find a trusted live-in caregiver in Rutherford, NJ, families often compare providers based on experience, reviews, and the types of care they offer. It’s important to interview candidates, check references, and discuss care needs in detail. Scheduling an initial trial period can also help ensure the caregiver is a good fit for your loved one and household.

When hiring a live-in caregiver in Rutherford, NJ, consider their experience with similar care needs, communication style, and reliability. It’s also important to clearly define responsibilities, schedule expectations, and household boundaries. Compatibility is key since the caregiver will be living in your home and interacting closely with your family.

Compensation for live-in caregivers in Rutherford, NJ typically includes wages along with housing and daily living benefits. This often covers a private room, meals, and utilities. Some families may also provide paid time off or additional benefits depending on the level of care and long-term expectations of the role. Comparing care options like live-in home care vs. 24/7 care can also help determine the right setup for your needs.

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