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60 personal assistants are listed in Somerset, NJ
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Somerset, NJ
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Hello. I'm a Dedicated and compassionate caregiver for senior citizen, personable and professional in responding to clients needs, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect.
Trained and experienced in:
Dementia Communication Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive...
5.0
"Gifty is wonderful with my mother-in-law. She is kind, caring, punctual and sends me photos and videos as we live far away. She does light housekeeping, meal prep, takes my MIL outside and encourages her to...
Reviewed by Beth C.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires...
Reviewed by Jennifer Z.
Mikaylah M.
Somerset, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Allow Me To Foster A Safe Environment For Children To Learn, Grow, Thrive And Explore!
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Hello! I am a full-time college student majoring in nursing. As I step into my senior year, I bring with me a wealth of experience from nursing school, three years as a Resident Assistant, and a background in childcare. I'm equipped with essential skills like CPR training, first aid administration, and a deep understanding of...
Iveta T.
Somerset, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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20 years of experience in caring for elderly patients in there home and nursing facilities. Assisting client with daily activities, personal care and companionship.
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I have a certificate of HHA since 2020.
I help all seniors feel comfortable living by assistance with their personal hygiene, prepare means and I was playing all light housekeeping jobs. I love cleaning.
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I had been working with Alzheimer's patients for about 5 years. I'm a CHHA, CPR trained certified.
I support by assisting with meditation reminders, appointment's, light house keeping, assistance with shower, dressing, shopping/running errands, encourage to exercise if possible depending on health conditions.
I enjoy! helping...
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Highly self-motivated person with significant expertise in providing support to residence living in group home and apartment living. Detail-oriented and superior in problem solving. Has the proven ability to handle multi-task and maintain strong relationships with clients and team members. I am compassionate and honest. I have...
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive, upbeat
I like caring for seniors because it is very rewarding. I have a great rapport with the senior population. They deserve to be seen, heard, respected, and taken care of with utmost care.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible where I can mainly be of assistance in the...
Melinda M.
Somerset, NJ
$21-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello families. My name is Mindy. I have a love of nursing, teaching and mentoring. I have 15 years of experience in each of these fields. I was the senior certified nursing assistant on my unit, a personal care aid, a home health aid, med tech and a site coordinator of a popular before & after school program which I would...
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Caregiver with over 25 years of extensive experience with babies, children, and disabled.
Resourceful, detail-oriented, and motivated self-starter with an aptitude for learning new skills quickly
with a take-charge attitude.
Skilled in creating schedules, following commitments, and maintaining routines.
Punctual and prompt with...
5.0
"Caryn was a wonderful nanny to our son. She was incredibly dependable and trustworthy. She was always on time. She helped keep our son on schedule with naps and eating as an infant, and made sure that...
Reviewed by Kelley S.
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I recently retired from a very successful career as an Operations Manager at a company that manufactured laboratory equipment for molecular biology research. I am now looking for an opportunity that allows me to help others. I have always been interested in healthcare and being a caregiver/companion/personal assistant, would...
5.0
"My spouse and I have been very fortunate to have a personal assistant / companion who has made a significant difference in our daily lives. Robbin has been a valuable asset in assisting us with errands, grocery...
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Serious Inquires Only. Amilly has obtained a BA from Rutgers University as well as her Bachelor Degree in Social Work/Psychology. Throughout her career she has focused on childcare, education, & child development. Amilly is Nurtured Heart Approach Certified. She has provided Child Care, Personal Assistance, & Personal Shopping...
4.0
"I hired Amilly because her background in education and social work makes her a brilliant nanny. She taught my children things they may have never learned from anyone else, and at the same time built a...
Reviewed by Collin J.
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Professional certified medical and nurse assistant. I consider myself very a responsible, punctual and educated person. I come from a family of great values. I graduated from a military school in my country and continued my education in the states. I enjoy being around kids, pets and seniors.
I have experience with newborns to...
5.0
"Angela took care of my daughter from infant to about age 5. Angela has always been like a nanny to my little girl and she was part of the family until my daughter started school. Great person, great...
Reviewed by Angel C.
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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for old people to receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, sleeping overnight if it requires, shopping, doctor appointments, walking. With all my skills and...
5.0
"Working with Najat was a wonderful experience. Her pleasant demeanor and cheerful personality made her a joy to be around. She exceeded my expectations by providing assistance beyond what I had imagined, even...
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5.0
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Hello and thank you so much for reading my profile! I am a 33-year-old experienced nanny having taken care of newborns and toddlers and older children up to 14 years old. I am a former assistant teacher at the Early Childhood Center. I am a very loving and caring person and I am great with children! I have a car so I am able to...
5.0
"We ALL love, love, LOVE Eveline! If you're lucky enough to have her watch your kids, you'll love her too! She's just wonderful!!"
Reviewed by Stephanie B.
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My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
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Greetings, my name is Tyria I'm a Certified home health aid with over 14 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...
5.0
"Ria has provided home care for my family since 2017.She originally worked with my husband,who initially was able to walk with a cane later declining with several Hospitalizations and brief stays in a physical...
Reviewed by Judy H.
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Hi! My name is Elexia and I believe I'd be the perfect addition for your family. I currently live in Watchung, NJ. I have taught various age groups(8months-13years) for most of my life and absolutely love it!! Other than my teaching experiences with working with children, I have also worked in child care centers with a variety...
5.0
"Elexia was a fantastic nanny for both my boy (12months) and my girl (13 years). She was professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my children were doing well throughout the day. She...
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I am a compassionate professional with several years experience working with children diagnosed with mental and physical disabilities. The age groups I have provided services are from infancy to college level. I have worked diligently for over 20 years providing, instruction, medication, therapeutic activities and vocational...
5.0
"Very responsive and professional!"
Reviewed by Terry W.
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I have worked as a home health aid for a variety of individuals from early stages of dementia through end of life care for the past seven years. I care deeply about patient well-being and work closely with family members to ensure the best outcomes are achieved for loved ones.
In my role as a home health aid, I provide...
5.0
"Ellen helped us for 4 weeks with pick up and drop off to appointments, she was committed and punctual."
Reviewed by Srinivas N.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Somerset, NJ
Gifty L.
5.0
Gifty was very good at getting my injured relative up and about walking and doing her exercise every 10 minutes. Sometimes relatives don't want to be nagged by family members so having an outside person motivating her really worked. Gifty mopped the floor for me because my relative spit Gatorade and...
- Karen S.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs assistance with his personal hygiene...
- Jennifer Z.
Caryn H.
5.0
Caryn was a wonderful nanny to our son. She was incredibly dependable and trustworthy. She was always on time. She helped keep our son on schedule with naps and eating as an infant, and made sure that developmentally he was playing with the right toys and doing the right things to hit his...
- Kelley S.
Robbin S.
5.0
My spouse and I have been very fortunate to have a personal assistant / companion who has made a significant difference in our daily lives. Robbin has been a valuable asset in assisting us with errands, grocery shopping, cooking, light house keeping, computer related needs and other tasks that we...
- Care member
Amilly C.
5.0
This woman was great working with! She was on time, and she genuinely connected with My children. She assisted them with reading and comprehension, as well as keeping them on track with school work. Not only was she fun but she also was responsible. I would definitely rehire her if I hadn't moved!
- Genesis W.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Somerset
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Somerset, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Somerset, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.00 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 Somerset?
Care.com has 9 personal assistants in Somerset, 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 Somerset 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 Somerset?
Most personal assistants in Somerset, 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 Somerset. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.