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60 personal assistants are listed in Plainfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
What others are saying about personal assistants in Plainfield, NJ
Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very…
Review for Barbara N. by Care member
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.
Review for Teona T. by Marianne R.
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…
Review for Nancy M. by Whitney F.
Personal assistants in Plainfield, NJ
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...
I've worked for a few companies one of them being Keystone Community Living. I've provided community engagement, health and safety, documenting, medical monitoring, and assistance with basic personal hygiene.
Kristi P.
Plainfield, NJ
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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,...
Kristi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ana R.
Plainfield, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with home health care , transportation to appointments or shopping and medication management. I can assist with meal preparation as well as light house keeping. I am very neat person as well as I am a great cook. I am easy to get a long with.
Ana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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.
Jeniffer can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Christina can also help with: Companionship, personal care, hospice services, transportation, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I'd describe my personality as understanding, patient, showing empathy and compassion for people I'm caring for, and very passionate about my work.
I like caring for seniors because working with older adults will grow your compassion and empathy as you assist them with their new challenges and struggles. You will likely become...
Desiree can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Teona can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Samina K.
Plainfield, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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...
Samina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello,
My name is Audrey, and I bring over 10 years of extensive experience as a home health aide. My professional background encompasses working with clients diagnosed with Alzheimer's, dementia, strokes, diabetes, and cancer. My experiences include providing assistance with activities of daily living, including personal care,...
Audrey can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Perla R.
Plainfield, NJ
$19-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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...
Perla can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
1.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...
5.0
"Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very kind and considerate. Extremely flexible in whatever the assignment is. She's been a godsend!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Teona can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"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.
Nancy M.
Westfield, NJ
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Nancy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 girls love it."
Whitney F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short.
I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that they had a great time. I am pregnant now and know I will also be using her when our first comes along. It's nice to have...
Lindsay R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Dana can also help with: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Dana to help out with giving my mom a bath. Dana has been great with the care of my mom. She is a very friendly & caring person. My mom is 86 years old and a diabetic. My mom is very comfortable with her. She enjoys her company and after her bath they have...
Richard F.
5.0
(5)
Greetings, my name is Tyria I'm a Certified home health aid with over 15 years of hands on experience in personal care. I find it rewarding working with the elderly and individuals with disabilities and illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Due to my experience in elderly care I am able to provide exceptional one on one...
Ria can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ria is a remarkable caregiver: patient, responsible, flexible! And she is a new friend to me and to my husband. She has earned my highest regard!"
Lorelei B.
Azalea H.
Dunellen, NJ
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, I take great pride in delivering personalized, high-quality care to seniors. With experience as a Clinical Care Technician on an oncology unit and a strong nursing background, I am confident in providing exceptional assistance with activities of daily living. Whether it's...
Azalea can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I hired Azalea, in the summer of 2023, to care for my aunt who was like a mom to me. When I hired her, my aunt had recently been discharged from the hospital into home hospice care as she suffered from a series of health issues including dementia, high blood...
Natalie C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for Date night/weekend job.
- I have 5 years experiences. I was an teacher assistant. I took care of 3 kids (3. 5years old boy and the twins girls 2 years old). I took care of 5 months old until she was 2 years old. Now I'm taking care of 3 years old girl who I have been taking care of her since she was 11 months...
Nichanuch can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicha was the best nanny we ever had! She was kind, caring, and very patient with my toddlers. Definitely someone trustworthy and dependable. Very detail oriented and helpful with tasks around the house. The kids and I are sad we are moving as it means we no longer...
Dipali A.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Plainfield
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Plainfield, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Plainfield, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2025 is $20.83 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Plainfield?
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.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Plainfield?
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.