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60 caregivers are listed in Kearny, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Kearny, NJ
5.0
(4)
I'm a Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, my professional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in personal care assistance such as bathing dressing and grooming, meal preparation and assisting clients in eating, medication management, light housekeeping, companionship and discussion,...
Mary Grace can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician, home modification & more
5.0
"She took care of my grandfather with loving care as if he was her grandfather for many many years I highly recommend her"
Glen L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Home Health Aide with 10 yrs of experience in taking care of elderly men with Parkinson's and Alzheimer disease and Lewy Body Dementia. I also took care people with stroke and ALS patient. I can drive and willing to work at an extended hour.
Lavrente can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Lavrente helped take care of my disabled 93 year old Uncle who could hardly see and had very difficult nights full of arthritis pain. Lavrente did a great job with him, communicated very well with me how he was feeling at night and my uncle felt
he did a great...
Jordan K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Charisma, Im 46 years old and I have 14 years of experience devoted in superior home care for elderly or anyone with disabilities and health limitations. Assisting them with their personal, medical and household task. Some of the elderly that I cared for has alzheimer/dementia, diabetes, MS (multiple sclerosis),...
Charisma can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care & more
5.0
"Charisse is kind dependable and patient. She is a wonderful caregiver, and whoever she works for is very lucky."
Corinne Y.
5.0
(10)
I have over 10 years experience working with elderly and children. I am very hard worker honesty, friendly and reliable.
Lily can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Lily for period spanning decades. I know her to be extremely hard working, dedicated, intelligent and resourceful. I don't use these words lightly. But in my view the thing that makes Lily an exceptional human being is her compassion. She is an asset...
William O.
5.0
(1)
I possess a flexible, trustworthy, and detail-oriented personality, coupled with substantial experience and a compassionate nature.
I'm actively pursuing a local job opportunity where I can leverage my expertise in caregiving, customer service, and personal assistance. My journey in the workforce commenced during my teenage...
Jasmin can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a caregiver is part of me that will never be a job for me. To care for elder person is a privilege. My goal is to make a different and to enjoy the moments. Laughter is a must with music. Their is no greater joy to see someone come out of a box. Life is so fragile and knowing that you are capable to bring joy and laughter...
Janette can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Janette is a fun, warm, and loving caregiver. She is dependable and skilled. She cares for the whole person, not just focusing on their medical needs but on helping them enjoy life. I would recommend Janette to care for any person whom I love. Janette has been...
April S.
Patricia C.
Union, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver +10 Years Experience Live In Preferred
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional caregiver with over 10 years experience. I am ethical and will also treat my client's information private.
I have certificates in HHA, PCA and hospice care.
I have worked for clients for two years being minimal and six years the most as a live in.
I have empathy towards the people I care for and love what...
Patricia can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Patricia is a warm, caring woman. I hired her to help an elderly friend. She was competent in her care and made the woman feel safe. Because of her culture, Patricia has deep respect for the elderly. If I needed care, I would not hesitate to hire her."
MARY N.
Marlyn G.
New York, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
As a compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver, I provide personalized care and companionship to seniors in need. With a warm and empathetic approach, I ensure their comfort, safety, and well-being, assisting with daily activities, medication management, and household tasks. With a deep respect for their dignity and...
Marlyn can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marlyn took care of my husband who has lewy body dementia and parkinson disease. She did a great job of communicating with him, giving him his medications on time, assisting with meals and encouraging exercise. She was always upbeat and pleasant to be around."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am vaccinated and booster
CPR and 1st Aid for infant, child and adult certified
Yoga Therapist
Compassionate and caring are the career driven focus values I have been working with since the beginning. I am currently continuing my education and have the experience behind me to speak on my behalf. Out of high school I started...
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Nicole is a great worker and sensitive to the needs and expectations as well as being flexible to be accommodating"
Madeline B.
Nino M.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
My name is Nino, also known as Nina, and I'm a certified HHA with over 24 years of experience. Additionally, I've worked as a nursing assistant and phlebotomist at a clinic.
I've had the privilege of assisting numerous clients with various illnesses and disabilities, I adeptly navigate any challenging situation.
I speak fluent...
Nino can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Nina has been an exceptional caregiver for my mom for nearly a year, providing invaluable support during a challenging time when my mother's health was poor and she required daily assistance. We found Nina through a website, and upon learning of her previous...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver with 6years experience. I have compassion and love for the needy.
I love working with my clients.
Emilia can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great employee. She did some care work for my mother and she only had great things to say about Emilia. She was not only punctual but does her job with so much care and concern. I would recommend her anyway anytime."
Constance T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have CNA, CHHA and CPR licensed with almost 8 years of experience. I have experience working in assisted living for years, experience working with a couple hands on or one on one patient. I have over a year experience with behavioral problem like
Schizophrenia , Bi polar, multiple personality, and depression. I am an...
Dahlia can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Dahlia is a very kind and hard working caregiver. She takes the time to engage her patients with conversation and activities. I highly recommend her for senior care."
Debbie B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lita and I've been working in the medical field since 2010. I have worked as a Medical Assistant, CNA, and PCT. I have always been passionate about making a difference in someone's life. My father suffered a stroke and needed aide from a day to day basis for 15 years. It has truly inspired me to help others...
Lita can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lita is the consummate professional! She is very dependable, caring, and puts 100% into everything she does! I know this, because she's been helping me!"
Dana S.
5.0
(1)
I am passionate about senior care and give them an opportunity continue with their independence. I enjoy helping people and promoting important health strategies to for spiritual, physical, and emotional/mental health.
Brigitte can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care, companionship
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I was told by many of my friends that Brigitte is a very capable and caring person
But unfortunately the upgrade policy has not allowed me to hire Brigitte, And I need help very desperately because I have not had a shower in six months except for being able to...
Michael S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, respite care, hospice services, home modification & more
5.0
"I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend...
Amy E.
Uelton D.
Brooklyn, NY
$12-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! How have you been?
The elderly has a wealth of knowledge that they love to share about life and their experiences. I enjoy their appreciation for me being their caregiver and they seem so grateful. I treat them the same way I would like to be treated and the way I would like my mother to be treated if she needed care. They...
Uelton can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I can confidently recommend Uelton. As a dedicated, professional and knowledgeable employee."
Stephanie A.
5.0
(1)
My name is Julia, I'm a caregiver for over 10 years now. I am a hardworking, caring, honest young lady. I am looking for a live out job in Rockland county, to care for an elderly person. I am willing to do my very best to make my patient happy, etc., do errands laundry, light housekeeping, food shopping.
Julia can also help with: Visiting physician, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Julia is very kind and hard working. She took excellent care of my grandmother who loves her so much. I know it wasn't an easy task because she has dementia. But Julia always find a way to put a smile on her face. My husband and I wanted to cry when she broke the...
Tonishia L.
Pamela E.
Newark, NJ
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Pamela can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pam is an excellent nursing assistant. She is competent with her care giving skills and she is extremely compassionate and able to communicate clearly. Pam is dependable and takes her responsibilities seriously. My mother is extremely satisfied with her...
Barbara M.
5.0
(1)
Caring, compassionate, I used to take care of my grandmother over 4 years, and I used to volunteer in my country Colombia in a senior's home, accompanying, and taking care of the seniors. Safety is number one priority, I am bilingual, and I am a currently student.
Laura can also help with: Dementia, home modification, visiting physician, visiting nurse, personal care
5.0
"Laura was very professional and charming she was patient one thing was I never had to ask her to do anything she already knew and did a good job she is very trustworthy there should be more people like her I would recommend her to any family."
Susan F.
5.0
(1)
I am very passionate and caring about seniors and the elderly. I have senior caregiver experience for nine years.
In those nine years, I:
* Provided companion care
* Engaging in conversations
* Prepared meals
* Medication management
* Doctor visits via public transportation and walking
* Did laundry.
* Light housekeeping.
*...
Marcia can also help with: Personal care, home modification, visiting physician
5.0
"Marcia took care of my father for several years. From the very first moment she started taking care of my dad, her dedication to his well-being was evident. She prepared very nutritious, fresh healthy meals that catered to his dietary needs everyday for him. She...
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Recent caregiver reviews in Kearny, NJ
Mary Grace E.
5.0
She took care of my grandfather with loving care as if he was her grandfather for many many years I highly recommend her
- Glen L.
Lavrente R.
5.0
Lavrente helped take care of my disabled 93 year old Uncle who could hardly see and had very difficult nights full of arthritis pain. Lavrente did a great job with him, communicated very well with me how he was feeling at night and my uncle felt
he did a great job, he worked hard and was very...
- Jordan K.
Charisma G.
5.0
Charisse is kind dependable and patient. She is a wonderful caregiver, and whoever she works for is very lucky.
- Corinne Y.
Lily G.
5.0
I have known Lily for period spanning decades. I know her to be extremely hard working, dedicated, intelligent and resourceful. I don't use these words lightly. But in my view the thing that makes Lily an exceptional human being is her compassion. She is an asset to any organization that will...
- William O.
Janette M.
5.0
Janette is a fun, warm, and loving caregiver. She is dependable and skilled. She cares for the whole person, not just focusing on their medical needs but on helping them enjoy life. I would recommend Janette to care for any person whom I love. Janette has been helping our family per Diem for a few...
- April S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Kearny, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in Kearny, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in Kearny, 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 Kearny.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Kearny, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Kearny, NJ on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $22.30 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.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Kearny, NJ?
There are currently 10 caregivers in Kearny, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Kearny, 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 Kearny before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Kearny, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Kearny, NJ on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.