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Otasowie E.

Newark, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
It's truly rewarding to support adults and seniors, promoting their well-being and independence. My four years of experience in adult and senior care have solidified my desire to positively impact lives. I'm a compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, with CPR and First Aid...
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Ogbemudia O.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
It's my goal to bring comfort and support to your family. My passion for supporting adults and seniors' well-being led me to senior care. For three years, I have provided respite care, transportation, and personal care. I also assist with errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and mobility. I adapt to...
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Ifeoluwa O.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With seven years of experience in adult and senior care, I bring a calm and patient approach to my work. I am committed to supporting families by providing reliable care, including respite care, transportation, and personal care. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate...
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Gloria B.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is my calling. With three years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I provide respite care, personal care, light housekeeping, and more. I'm also skilled in dementia care, medical management,...
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Stanley E.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
home modification
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what drives me. My two years of experience in adult and senior care have solidified my passion for supporting their well-being and independence. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I'm also trained in CPR and First Aid. I provide respite care, live-in home care,...
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Olumuyiwa O.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
respite care
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. My passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors led me to caregiving. I have a college degree and one year of experience. I am patient, calm, compassionate, and friendly. I understand the importance of adapting to changing routines and...
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Zarryiea M.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
With a decade dedicated to senior care, I'm a Certified Home Health Aide driven by a passion for supporting adults' and seniors' independence and well-being. My experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to positively impact lives. I offer respite, live-in, hospice, and personal care, along with light...
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Fagaye F.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
My passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors led me to caregiving. With four years of experience, I provide respite care, live-in care, transportation, and hospice services. I also assist with errands, shopping, home health, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I'm experienced in dementia...
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Catrice S.'s Photo

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
The desire to care for others grew within me after losing my mother two years ago. That experience instilled in me a profound sense of empathy, responsibility, and service. I'm a compassionate and friendly caregiver with two years of experience. As a home health aide with some college education, I assist your loved ones with...
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Magdolna T.'s Photo

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
10 years of experience have fueled my passion for supporting adults and seniors, and ensuring their well-being and independence. Positive experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. As a Certified Home Health Aide with CPR Training, I provide respite care, live-in care,...

Meridith T. says "Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative...

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Stacy L.'s Photo

senior care

East Orange, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 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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Shullina M.'s Photo

Compassionate Certified Home Health Aide

Short Hills, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite 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.'s Photo

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

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
+ 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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Vincent D.'s Photo

Passaic, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a positive difference in someone's life is why I'm a caregiver. I have three years of experience providing respite care, transportation, and personal care. I'm also happy to help with errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I hold a college degree and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications. My...
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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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Rosalee C.'s Photo

East Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
11 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me. With 11 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide, I bring passion and skill to supporting adults' and seniors' independence. I provide respite care, live-in care, hospice services, and home health assistance. I'm also happy to help with light housekeeping, meal...
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Annmarie S.'s Photo

Rahway, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've dedicated my work to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I'm equipped to provide respite care, transportation,...
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Farah L.'s Photo

Irvington, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Providing compassionate care for adults and seniors is more than a job for me; it's a calling. My experiences in previous care roles fueled my desire to support well-being and independence. I have three years of experience providing respite care, transportation, and home health services. I am also skilled in meal preparation,...
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Brittany B.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Brittany and I just want to sing and dance with your kiddo(s)! I am looking to provide care services to enhance your child's experience by providing a fun and nurturing space for their developmental growth. I previously worked as a behavioral therapist for a nonprofit that provides services for people on the autism...
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Ami V.'s Photo

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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  • 60 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of January 2026

Recent respite care reviews from local parents in Newark, NJ

Respite Care in Newark, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed respite care

Magdolna T.

Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent,...

- Meridith T.

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

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.

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Newark, 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 9 respite care providers near you in Newark, 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 Newark, 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 Newark, 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 Newark, NJ is $19.00 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 Newark, NJ.

To safely hire respite care near you in Newark, 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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