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Leah C.

Experience Personal Assistant, And Errand Runner!

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20+ year of babysitting friends & family kids. Watch my 8-year-old grand-baby since she was 6 weeks old.. I have a 32-year-old so that shows you that I have a enough experiences. I'm now watching her daughter.. The cycle started all over again. You want someone who will care for your child like you do. I watch...
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Kristi P.

Plainfield, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a caring, energetic, patient, courteous, funny loving person. I proud myself in being on time and attentive. I raised three sons (adults now.. lol) and I also have twin granddaughters, so I understand when extra assistance is needed to take of kids! Being around infants and toddlers brings me joy. I'm a pretty good cook,...
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Jeniffer A.

Home Care

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
I love helping seniors and I enjoy assisting them in their aging process. My strengths are that I am a very responsible, reliable and supportive person. I am passionate about advancing my time in the health field so that I can continue doing what I love and expand my experiences.
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Christina G.

Home Health Aide

Plainfield, NJ

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
personal care
transportation
dementia
hospice services
My skills are very profesionals like give shower, bed bath, feeding, transfering, prepare meals, dress, doctor appoiment, remain medicine, cooking, light housekeep . I have my Home Health Aide 14 years experience working with different people like Alzheimer , hospice, companion, independ but need assistant. I am good person and...
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Samantha P.

Plainfield, NJ

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
mobility assistance
Every day, I look forward to providing compassionate care to seniors. With three years of experience in adult and senior care roles, I've learned the importance of patience and empathy. I adapt to changing routines and handle confusion with grace. I'm trained in CPR and First Aid. I have hospital patient care experience. I...
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Perla R.

Plainfield, NJ

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
Caring for my grandparents has helped me feel at peace by ensuring they have what they need. It has helped with a personal development of compassion, empathy, and courtesy as well as learning how to build stronger relationships. I assist them with mobility, medication management, and meal preparation. Spending quality time with...
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Teona B.

Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Teona. I have worked as a caregiver for more than 25 years. I'm a reliable, caring and energetic person. I can assist your loved one with every day needs, which can be: bathing, getting dressed, cooking and helping with eating, taking medication, light housekeeping, shopping, arranging doctors appointments and taking...
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Genesis J.

Plainfield, NJ

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$16/hr
Dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My interest in this position is a vocation. I understand that caring for the elderly demands more than a task; it requires professionalism and profound human quality. My focus is on ensuring holistic well-being. I offer sensitive, technical assistance, managing daily needs with patience, respect, and empathy. My goal is to honor...
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Samina K.

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've always had a passion for childcare, which led me to become a caregiver. With one year of experience nurturing young minds, I'm excited to bring my friendly and approachable personality to your family. I believe in open communication and will provide daily verbal updates during pickup. While I follow the parents' lead in...
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Margaret H.

Full Time Caregiver

Plainfield, NJ

1.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
visiting nurse
hospice services
personal care
I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for providing care to the elderly. With over 16 years of experience, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to serving the needs of senior individuals. My background includes extensive work in the field of elderly care, both within assisted living communities and as a home...
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Nadine S.

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
personal care
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
With a decade dedicated to enriching the lives of adults and seniors, I'm passionate about fostering their independence and well-being. My experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to make a positive impact each day. I am a compassionate, empathetic, friendly, and detail-oriented Certified Home Health Aid with...
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Nakia F.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
personal care
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Nakia. As a certified Home Health Aide, I am dedicated to providing families with peace of mind by delivering comprehensive care. My services include hospice care, respite care, transportation, personal care, post-surgery care, errand assistance, shopping, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I possess expertise...
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Jasmine W.

Personal Assistant, Babysitter And Night Nanny!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
With over 12 years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, including multiples and special needs. For the past 3 years, I've worked with children with special needs, adapting activities to suit their individual needs with patience and creativity. I'm...

Care Member says "My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so fast!...

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Yesenia P.

Home Nurse And Caretaker

Iselin, NJ

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate person, dedicated to my work, I enjoy doing it and I do it with love, I follow orders and I'm very patient, active, flexible, I've been a professional caregiver for the past 6 years I work with both elderly and children. I can assist with meal prep and transportation as well. I'm an organizer, planner, and...

Joana T. says "Very reliable caregiver, kind and loving, you will find a person that you can trust if you hire Yesenia, as a caregiver always follows instructions as you...

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Tira J.

Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 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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Katherine B.

Senior Care/companion Care

South Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have 10 years experience in Senior/Adult Home Health Care, and Companion Care. I am patient and attentive and I am dedicated to providing my clients with high-quality personalized and compassionate care, while assisting them with activities of daily living. This support involves medication management,...

Diane M. says "Kathy is helping out with my 92 yr old mother. I have found her to be very patient and caring. My mother adores her. She is dependable and on time. I am...

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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home. I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Mzia I.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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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
Companionship
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
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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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
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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  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.83/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 1.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

Personal Assistants in Plainfield, NJ are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Jasmine W.

My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so...

- Care member

Yesenia P.

Very reliable caregiver, kind and loving, you will find a person that you can trust if you hire Yesenia, as a caregiver always follows...

- Joana T.

Tira J.

Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional.

- David And Jana A.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Plainfield

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Plainfield, NJ on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $21.83 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 12 personal assistants in Plainfield, NJ. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Plainfield or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in Plainfield, NJ can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Plainfield. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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