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Sandra N.

Compassionate

Maplewood, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care and support to adults and seniors. My graduate degree has further enhanced my understanding of caregiving. I find immense satisfaction in making a positive impact on their lives and offering peace of mind to their families. As a compassionate &licensed...
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Shullina M.

Compassionate Certified Home Health Aide

Short Hills, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
personal care
I am a certified home health aide with over 18yrs experience. My duties are treating clients with dignity and quality care as if it was my love ones. I have experience in all types of care from total care or assisting, feeding tubes, hospice care, hoyerlift, respite, feeding, wound care, and etc;. I take pride and compassion in...
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Ailce C.

Compassionate And Reliable Certified Home Health Aide With 5 Years Experience.

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My main focus is to connect with patients and their families to be able to provide the highest quality of care. I have a valid NJ driving license, and a reliable vehicle - I can help with transportation services, errands, and respite care. I am CPR certified, and will monitor patients vitals and note any behavioral changes, or...

Kay M. says "Ailce is a wonderful and sweet person! She has helped care for my grandparents and has been nothing short of amazing and reliable! We can leave our...

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Stacy L.

senior care

East Orange, NJ

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
My name is Stacy. I' m a kind, dedicated, efficient, trustworthy and honest elderly care giver/companion\ HHA. I have Alzheimer/ dementia/MS/ALS/ Parkinson's disease experience. I also deal with hospice and respite care. I have been in this field for the past 17 consecutive years . My first experience was providing excellent...

Care Member says "Stacy is very caring, qualified and competent caregiver. She is very punctual, dependable and knowledgeable in taking care of patients going under...

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Hope Lydia A.

Respite Tech

Union, NJ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hello, My name is Hope. I currently am a Respite Tech working with children and adolescents. I also am a clinical assistant. I have 4 years experience working in education and dealing with children with special needs. I also worked as a special education Teacher Assistant.
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Nancy M.

Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Nancy and I have been a Respite Worker for several years. I enjoy helping children and adults with special needs in their home environment. Each family is unique to me, and I enjoy the flexibility of being as creative as possible. I have assisted in activities of daily living, reading, homework, arts and crafts, and...
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Jaleah C.

Attentive Care

East Orange, NJ

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
respite care
meal prep
I have provided engaging and attentive care to our beautiful Golden Years community. I can help with medication management, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands and transporting to and from appointments. I am also and advocate for respite and hospice care. It is my belief we must value the experiences of our...
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Sylvia R.

Bayonne, NJ

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
respite care
meal prep
Making a positive difference in someone's life is what drives me. I have three years of experience providing respite care, transportation, running errands, light housekeeping, and preparing meals. I am passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My background includes a high school degree....
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Beka G.

East Hanover, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to adults and seniors. My passion stems from a deep desire to support their well-being and independence, building upon positive experiences in previous care roles. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and handle...
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Hope Lydia A.

Part -time Care Giver

Union, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
Hello, I had previous experience working at a nursing home. I currently work in Respite Care. I have experience working with children with learning disabilities. I assist with eating, bathing, bathroom. In my previous experience in the nursing home I worked in recreation. I contributed to a loving and caring enviroment for the...
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Sangie R.

East Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With over 20 years of dedicated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive in home care to diverse range of clients, I am confident that my extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to my patient well being would make me a valuable asset to your team. I can help with Home Care and Respite Care
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Nakia F.

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Nakia, but you may also call me Nikki. As a dedicated Home Health Aide, I strive to bring peace of mind to families. I've provided hospice, respite care, transportation, and personal care. My services also include assisting with errands, shopping, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I'm adept at adapting to...
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Nancy M.

Caregiver Available For Companionship Positions

Westfield, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
dementia
Hello, My name is Nancy. I have been in the caregiver field for many years. I have experience as a nanny and as a respite worker for individuals with developmental disabilities. Before I began working in these jobs, I was an Occupational Therapy Assistant in skilled nursing facilities. I have experience with seniors through...
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Sheralyn R.

Cranford, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi families! I'm an experienced, former special education teacher, with many years of experience. I've worked with all ages and abilities. I'm patient, kind, fun, and reliable. I'm available for long term work or occasional respite work.
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Jennifer E.

FULL TIME LIVE IN/LIVE OUT SENIOR CARE GIVER

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
specialized care
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...

Caroll K. says "I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible,...

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Maxine C.

Medical Assistant Special Needs Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Good day my name is Maxine and I have been working with kids since 1999. I began my journey working with the special needs population since 2001. I have been working at Wagon Road camp for over 18 years providing respite care services for families in need of a break from the city life. We provide support and assistance to kids...

Carla B. says "My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms. C as fun and...

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Ami V.

Staten Island, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I have been working with individuals with special needs for six years in home, school, and therapy settings, as well as in the community, and I am truly passionate about the work that I do. I've gained my experience working with individuals with special needs as an in-home respite worker, a community habilitation worker, a...
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Xarviar C.

Special Needs Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I currently work as a Residential Habilitation Specialist for adults with special needs. I also have experience working as a direct support professional and respite worker for children and adults with special needs. I find the field of work fulfilling because I am able to assist them with reaching their maximum potential and...
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Liana S.

Staten Island, NY

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Liana. I am in college, and I am graduating with a degree in speech-language pathology this May. I am a respite worker for two boys who have autism spectrum disorder. I really enjoy helping them with their academics, taking them out into the community, and helping them with daily activities. I am always...
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Cassandra D.

1 ACCORD HOME-CARE - Onsite And Respite Care

Piscataway, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Home modification
errands
respite care
mobility assistance
meal prep
From 2018 to 2023, I had the privilege of caring for my father, a U. S. veteran, ensuring his well-being through compassionate support. My responsibilities included assisting with personal hygiene to maintain comfort and dignity, organizing and administering medications, and scheduling medical appointments while keeping family...
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  • 47 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent respite care reviews from local parents in Maplewood, NJ

Respite Care in Maplewood, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 47 listed respite care

Ailce C.

Ailce is a wonderful and sweet person! She has helped care for my grandparents and has been nothing short of amazing and reliable! We can...

- Kay M.

Stacy L.

Stacy is very caring, qualified and competent caregiver. She is very punctual, dependable and knowledgeable in taking care of patients going...

- Care member

Jennifer E.

I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate,...

- Caroll K.

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Maplewood, NJ

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 1 respite care providers near you in Maplewood, NJ carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Maplewood, NJ fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in Maplewood, NJ can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Maplewood, NJ is $25.00 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Maplewood, NJ.

To safely hire respite care near you in Maplewood, NJ, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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