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Pauline B.

Full Time Availability

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
mobility assistance
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for 14 years as a CHHA . I became a caregiver because of my mother she had become ill and needed home care. I decided to put my career on hold to help her during her time of illness after she had passed I decided that helping others gave me a sense of fulfillment. I have experience with early onset Dementia...

Enid R. says "Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"

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Ama M.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for 15 years, I took care of my grandparent for so many years until God called them home. so I love taking of the elderly and people with less privilege. I do housekeeping; laundry, dishes, and etc, meal and medicine preparation, bathing (both bed and bathroom), feeding (both mouth and tube), assisting...

Care Member says "AMA was a caretaker for my step mom for about 8 months I found her to be compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable. She integrated herself...

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Lilla C.

My Name Is Lilla .

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
personal care
light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the medical field for 20 years. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adopt to any situation. I try to connect with my clients , spending time with them, going for a walks. I am a mother of two grown children . I would be great addition...

Gail C. says "This past holiday season, we needed someone to come in and care for my mom, who had recently broken her pelvic bone. It was somewhat last minute, and...

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Natasha T.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
transportation
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working as a home caregiver for almost 5 years now but have been in the medical field for 14 years. I currently take care of a 80yr old female who had a stroke last year. I provide basic care and light housekeeping. I also provide assistance with transportation, errands, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and...

Ali T. says "Natasha responds quickly and worked around any environmental issues (people coming in and out and other activities happening in the house). She brought all...

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Pamela E.

Newark, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
companionship
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a certified patient care technician/home health aide with more than 2 1/2 yrs of employment experience with excellent communications skills, providing exceptional in-home care and support to clients with a range of illnesses and other challenges. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to light housekeeping,...

Care Member says "In my experience with Pamela, I found her to be pleasant, punctual, knowledgeable and eager to assist. She can be trusted. "

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Lynda O.

I Have Been Working In A Long Term Living Facility

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have spent the past 10 years of my life working with seniors who had various needs; I am a trained & licensed nursing assistant/ caregiver who exudes love, which is my driving force in caregiving. I am humane I am compassionate, I am empathetic I am patient, especially with very stubborn/tough clients. I am...

Care Member says "She is a very dedicated and experienced caregiver "

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Cathi A.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...

Dawn V. says "Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia...

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Rilma V.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
As a caregiver, I will build relationships and help you to improve the quality of life. My goal will be to help you enjoy life. Help with meal prep, social interactions and light housekeeping.

Yelena K. says "I met Rilma first time and she such a sweet and hardworking person. She did full cleaning of my big house. Very good job. Definitely recommend her. And...

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Diana P.

HHA Full- Time , Available For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prep.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
I had been working as a caregiver for more than 18 years. I work day and night shift as well as live in. As a certified home health aide I do have the experiences in taking care of different cases such as Alzheimer s and demensia, bed ridden terminally ill cancer patient , CVA recovered from rehab, Parkinson s, ALS also known as...

Care Member says "Diana is a very hard worker and pleasant to have in your home. Diana is intelligent, reliable and conscientious. Diana took care of my elderly mother...

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Blessing O.

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$9/hr
4 years experience
I am a very good and compassionate caregiver, I help older individuals who need assistance. I help my patients get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. I prepare and monitor meals. ... Most importantly, l provide companionship for elderly individuals. Patience. Those who...

Debbie G. says "Blessing is a wonderful care giver. I am a nurse and have been in Geriatric care for 30+ years. It is very rare in this day and age to find someone who...

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Eteri C.

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm HHA certified caregiver with 16 years of experience. I have been working with patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease, stroke survivors, those that used feeding tube. I am kind and caring person and I always do my best to do my job perfectly. Respectfully,
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Dorothy B.

Senior Caregiver/companionship

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
HI my name is Dorothy I'm looking for a senior care job which can include companionship, meal preparation medication management doctor appointments and running errands for your family member Medical knowledge finished course as medical assistant at Sanford Brown institute in Iselin fluent in polish

Nancy L. says "Dorothy is a very caring person. When she stayed with my dad for the day, she did some cleaning without even being asked. She checked in with me throughout...

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Aretousa G.

Home Health Aide

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
I am a Certified Home Health Aide with 12 years' of experience in the health care field. It is a true blessing giving love and care to our elderly. They need our love, care and attention. I love putting smiles on their faces when I take care of them and making them feel wanted... helping them go through their day with ease and...

Atif H. says "Aretousa is very caring, compassionate, and considerate! She provides home care with a personal touch! Always goes above and beyond!"

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Lela K.

Smile Creator

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
respite care
I'm Lela 47 years old female, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to do the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to do. Fully vaccinated (Booster). I...

Ekaterine T. says "Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she made her life...

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Donette B.

I First Started Taking Care Of My Mom And Dad .

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
I enjoyed the company of being around elderly people. I was the caregiver for my parents for over 10 years. Since then I have the love for elderly people.

Cavel B. says "Donette is the most compassionate person I know, she's very caring and very caring. Donette goes above and beyond to get her job done. Hiring Donette would...

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Gladys K.

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a experience, respectful, patient, loving and caring, reliable, trust, wealthy, Caregiver for 23 years I work private and with agency and I am State certified home health aid with Valid driving license, experienced with verity's of conditions such as hospice, bedbound,, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, stroke,...

Sally H. says "Gladys cared for my mother while she was in hospice at home. As a family, we could not have asked for a more kinder, compassionate care taker. It was so...

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Shahadah F.

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
respite care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi there, a little bit about myself? I am a hard-working, highly motivated, dedicated and heart-felt individual. I am certified as home health aide and I am also a Direct Support Professional. Which expands my experience to work with developmentally disabled adults as well. I have several years of experience in the health care...

Ashley B. says "Shahdah is a very loving, caring,polite and dependable person. She is ready to help in anyway she can. Would rehire her again and highly recommend her as...

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Martha M.

Hi I'm Martha

Roselle, NJ

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
personal care
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been a long term caregiver for over 5 successfully years. In those years I've exclusively worked as a companion and caregiver for women. Being a caregiver is a meaningful career to me because I get to help people at a time when a patient most needs a loving hand. I offer premium care a compassionate approach, friendly...
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Alisson V.

Staten Island, NY

from
$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
respite care
I've learned to be patient, supportive, and attentive, as well as professional and responsible in fulfilling my duties and caring for both partners. Having good interpersonal and communication skills is essential for working in caregiving. In addition, knowing how to listen and understand makes me an effective caregiver.
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Elaine C.

Hillside, NJ

from
$15/hr
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
meal prep
I have prior experience working with seniors as a caregiver. I also have personal experience caring for my father whom than went onto hospice.
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.50/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Avenel, NJ

Caregivers in Avenel, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Pauline B.

Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!

- Enid R.

Ama M.

AMA was a caretaker for my step mom for about 8 months I found her to be compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable. She integrated...

- Care member

Lilla C.

This past holiday season, we needed someone to come in and care for my mom, who had recently broken her pelvic bone. It was somewhat last...

- Gail C.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Avenel, NJ

Most private senior caregiver services in Avenel, NJ will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Avenel.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Avenel, NJ on Care.com as of December, 2025 is $27.50 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.

There are currently 2 caregivers in Avenel, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Avenel, NJ or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Avenel before making a hiring decision.

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