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Jane N.

Piscataway, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
A have genuine concern about helping people and high moral standard of honesty and integrity. Flexible reliable and compassionate. I love to establish and maintain communication and professional relationship with client and clients family members

Jeremiah M. says "Caring kind, sympathetic and above all hard working compassionate and the player."

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Lela K.

Smile Creator

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
dementia
I'm Lela 47 years 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...

Ekaterine T. says "Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she made her life...

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Teona T.

Personal Care

Springfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Errands
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 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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Beatrice N.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
personal care
My name is Betty, very kind and very patient, I love bringing smiles in my clients faces, comfortability for the client is my number one priority. thank you

Rita T. says "Betty was the best caregiver my aunt (who had suffered a catastrophic stroke) ever had. Bettt was exceptional at the fundamentals of care - administering...

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Patricia C.

Professional Caregiver +10 Years Experience Live In Preferred

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a professional caregiver with over 10 years experience. I am ethical and will also treat my client's information private. I have certificates in HHA, PCA and hospice care. I have worked for clients for two years being minimal and six years the most as a live in. I have empathy towards the people I care for and love what...

Care Member says ". She is a remarkable person and her dedication and commitment to providing exceptional care made her invaluable to our family. I cannot express how...

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Akosua F.

CERTIFIED HOME CAREGIVER

Piscataway, NJ

from
$20/hr
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
A very compassionate caregiver with 4+ years of experience, providing personalized care to the elderly, individuals with disabilities, dementia, and more. I have a proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and families, and expertise in providing personal care, medication management, and light housekeeping. Also,...
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Nelly A.

Elizabethport, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I do not have any qualifications as a caregiver, but the most important thing I have is patience, tolerance and love for what I do. I am respectful. I achieved my practice as a caregiver because my father suffered from Parkinson's, which are degenerative diseases, and I have a brother in a wheelchair with very strong...
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Aaron P.

Edison, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
Taking care of my grandfather during his illness at a young age was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I helped him with everything from managing his urethral catheter to feeding him, helping him in and out of bed, and making sure he was comfortable before going to sleep. It wasn't always easy, but being there...
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nina M.

Cheerful & Caring Senior Companion

Staten Island, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
I am Nina-- a cheerful, clean, and well-organized person. I am always focused on offering support and sharing positivity. I truly love animals and nature, and I value peace and harmony. I have experience in the coffee industry and in cleaning commercial spaces, which taught me attention to detail and maintaining high standards...
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Nato K.

CAREGIVER FOR ELDERLY

Springfield, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
visiting nurse
live-in home care
dementia
visiting physician
HELLO EVERYONE, MY NAME IS NATA , I AM 44, COME FROM REP. OF GEORGIA. I WAS A DENTIST IN MY COUNTRY I HAVE BEEN IN USA FOR 18YEARS, Hello everyone, my name is Nata , I am 44, Come from Rep. Of Georgia. I was a dentist in my country I have been in USA for 18years, I have many years of experience and an excellent references....
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Kernecia S.

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
As a highly experienced Home Health Aide (HHA), I bring compassion, care, and expertise to my work. With a strong background in providing top-notch support to individuals in need, I've honed my skills in assisting with daily living activities, managing medications, and promoting overall well-being. My warm and empathetic...
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Diana A.

Elizabethport, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver in elderly care, focusing on medication management and supporting individuals with limited mobility. My approach is centered on patience and understanding the unique needs of each person, ensuring high-quality, personalized care. I am dedicated to creating a safe and comfortable environment,...
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Osayande N.

Short Hills, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Errands
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. With a graduate degree and five years of experience, I bring a compassionate and detail-oriented approach to senior care. My background includes live-in care, home health, hospice services, and support for those with dementia. I'm adept at mobility assistance, medical...
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Catherine B.

Catherine B

New Brunswick, NJ

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$9/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
light cleaning
dementia
I am over experienced. I have handled almost all types of cases, I have worked with people who are totally bed bound, people who uses walkers, client who uses wheelchair, client who had stroke, client with dementia, clients with Alzheimer.
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Julia K.

I Am A Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver With Medical Experience, As Well As Psychology Degree.

Linden, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
I like caring for seniors because these people need help and I am able to accommodate their needs. One thing you should know about me is that I am a caring, kind, honest, responsible, punctual, and reliable person. My skills include communication skills, meal prep, medication management, and compassion
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Pauline B.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
I started caring for seniors 5 yrs ago In my spare time, I like to Reading, Traveling, boardwalk show One thing you should know about me is loving honest reliable My skills include cooking running errands, doctors appointments laundry etc
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Tashawn D.

Elizabeth, NJ

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
I am very hard worker who is dedicated and dependable and adapt to any environment and placed in and fun energetic I'd describe my personality as fun I like caring for seniors because I have a passion for caring for people In my spare time, I like to travel and read
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Silvania G.

Elizabeth, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi, my name is Silvania I have experience in nursing care !! Administering medication and treatment as prescribed by physician, assisting with daily activities such as bathing dressing and feeding for patients in need!! Light cleaning, and food preparation! I have references!!
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Jambul B.

Senior Caregiver

Woodbridge, NJ

from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
Reliable, organized & patient caregiver. Tidy and detail oriented. Genuine enthusiasm & talent for caring for people. Has worked with patients suffering from Parkinson's disease and dementia. Experienced in the cleaning and upkeep of small to medium-sized households to ensure patient's safety and quality of life. Friendly,...
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Ruwaida I.

Caring For Others Gives Me Great Joy

Linden, NJ

from
$22/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
Good at listening and trying to meet clients half way . Also have the experience of other cognitive problems
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.33/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 5.0

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Live In Caregivers in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Jane N.

Caring kind, sympathetic and above all hard working compassionate and the player.

- Jeremiah M.

Lela K.

Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she...

- Ekaterine T.

Teona T.

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.

- Marianne R.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Scotch Plains, NJ

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Scotch Plains, NJ is $23.33 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Scotch Plains, NJ or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

Yes, caregivers near you in Scotch Plains, 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.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Scotch Plains, NJ to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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