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I am a Registered Nurse, and I've had my nursing license for over 20 years. The majority of my nursing experience is in a hospital setting in various roles focused on elder care, but I have also done private home care for elders. I am the mother of 5 children ages 9 through 18, with my oldest daughter starting college next...
Marybeth can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Denise G.
Ridgewood, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, dependable,
I like caring for seniors because they need help. A very overlooked group of people that truly need our support . I find I truly enjoy their company their wisdom of all their years of living . If I can give them a sense for dignity and self sufficiency and...
Denise can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I am an experienced Registered Nurse, mother and grandmother looking to supplement my income in the area of Ridgewood NJ and nearby towns.
Kristin Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Tamar T.
Ridgewood, NJ
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 6 years of experience in providing care for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families in need, I understand the importance of patience, kindness, and reliability in caregiving.
Compassionate, responsible, patient.
Tamar can also help with: Companionship, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(5)
I love to take care people give quality care help we wherever they need.
Patient care, bathe, dress feed cook.... Am I passionate lovely caring person I love to treat my patient with love dignity an respect...
Mercedes can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services, home modification, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mercedes was kind and compassionate as she took care of my mother in the final months of her life. My mother loved her and we felt very secure when she was with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for patients that are elderly, disabled, handicapped and have Alzheimer's for 30 years. I enjoy making them smile and laugh. Most important is to make them feel safe and comfortable with me. I treat all my clients as family and give them the best care. I also do bathing, medications, helping them dress,...
Grace can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing...
Greg H.
Dima T.
Mahwah, NJ
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature private professional caregiver to the elderly. I am experienced with great references. I live in Bergen County. My patients come first. My goal is to make them comfortable and give you peace of mind. I am a companion as well as aide helping with their needs. I enjoy my patients both outdoors and indoors. I believe...
Dima can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Dima was a companion to my dad. I never worried when Dad was with Dima who was a blessing to our family. Dima was always punctual, respectful and caring for dad both physical & mental needs. Dima is a very special person anyone would be fortunate to have him care...
Adrienne B.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for viewing. I am Khaleen, a certified caregiver for 7 years. Becoming a caregiver is one of the greatest decisions I ever made in my career. Putting a smile on someone else's face gives me joy.
Khaleen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Finding great care for a parent can be daunting. We are so glad we found Khaleen. She has been so wonderful and attentive taking care of my 100 year old dad. She's made sure he was physically attended, kept him company and has become part of our family. We...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started my journey as a senior caregiver and house manager 25 years ago. I worked for this amazing family for 25 years. I took care of the husband and the wife. After the husband died I took care of his wife, she was a beautiful women who was diagnosed with Alzheimer and I watched as her health slowly declined . She become...
Leonice can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I have known Leonice for 19 years now and I think it's safe to say that she is so caring. Leonice is a family person and is so loving towards everyone she meets. She is reliable and punctual, she really cares for everyone like they are her own. So happy I get to...
adriana W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 10+ years of work experience as a Home Health Aide. Highly skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living with demonstrated ability of performing errands, meal preparation, transportation, laundry, medication reminder and light housekeeping. I also have experience in taking care of...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cynthia is very sweet, dependable and helpful. She took care of my grandmother as if it was her own grandmother, after my grandmother passed she was there for the family when she didn't have to be. "
Rita T.
5.0
(5)
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am reliable,, patient, positive, caring, and empathetic. I have spent the last 2 years caring for my mother who had dementia.
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hi, Our family is blessed to have Debra apart of our family. Debra is very caring. She has compassion and patience. Debra is always professional. Debra is the Best!!"
Care member
3.0
(1)
Experience with companion, talk, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands and bring them to places. Reliable. Excellent references. I love pets too
Rosemary can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, visiting nurse, light cleaning, dementia & more
3.0
"Messaged Rosemary to care for my mother. She was super sweet when messaging and even during the interview. We told her the job was companionship for 80y/o woman who did not require hands on care. We needed someone who could help with light housekeeping, laundry,...
Ashley M.
3.0
(1)
After several years in construction management, I left to take care of two sick family members for an extended period of time while raising two daughters. Since then I have worked for families in Bergen, and Rockland County's who need assistance
I am a senior caregiver experienced in caring for those with Alzheimer's, dementia,...
Caroline can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
3.0
"Did not consent to a background check.
However, she was very kind and pleasant to speak with, and did try to help my situation in various ways. She had offered to work for a rate that is lower than her typical, and tried to help me find alternative options for...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a male caregiver of Filipino descent. I completed the nursing program (LPN). However, I did not proceed to get my license to pursue a nursing career. I am also trained in massage therapy.
I have more than 10 years of experience working as a CNA in various nursing facilities. I took care of patients with a variety of case...
Camilo can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Camilo has been working with my father and he is caring , dependable, and a very skilled provider . He goes above and beyond caring for my my father and also works extremely well with my mother. 100% recommend him !!!"
Chris H.
5.0
(1)
I am a Certified Home Health Aide since 2015 but have been a caregiver since 2008. I assist my clients in their daily needs at home, cooking, light housekeeping, driving, laundry, monitoring their medications and keeping them active, not only in their daily activities but also in their mind. I provide them with easy and fun...
Maria Ana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Mari Anna is an amazing person and great healthcare worker."
Barbara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Studied at branford hall , for surgical technology and medical assistant. Along with working as of recently two /2 agencies for home health aide for senior care. Patients with Alzheimer's & dementia, 10 years experience, took care of my family with dementia. (25 clients )
* also work for post op. Surgical procedures for people....
Tanya can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"A very caring person ! Knowledgeable, intelligent and a very nice personality."
William G.
Agnieszka S.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 13 years experience as caregiver. CHHA in New Jersey and New York. Experience with Alzheimer's client.
I am providing excellent care. Help with doc. appointments, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning,
physical activity, companion.
My goal is to make my clients feel cared safe and happy.
Agnieszka can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Agnieszka is absolutely the best caregiver we’ve ever had. She’s smart, kind, gentle, effective. She’s an excellent problem solver and we would most definitely have stayed with her if my mother had not moved out of state."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working as a patient care aide (PCA) and Companionship. most of my clients had neurological problems, parkinson, ms, etc. giving the proper care, needs, and love are my top priorities. running errands, transportation are part of it too. looking for full time or live-in work thank you!!
Winston can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We feel so incredibly blessed to have found Winston. He is a caring and compassionate caregiver for my Father who has advanced stage Parkinson's. He is reliable, trustworthy and shows tremendous care and concern. I highly recommend him and would be more then...
Deirdre H.
5.0
(2)
My name is Julie, and I live in Allendale. I am looking for a part time job as an elderly companion or nanny/babysitter. I can help with light housekeeping, food prep, food shopping, laundry, as well as companionship.
I'm a single mother of 2. My oldest is a Sophomore in college, & my youngest is profoundly disabled.
I'm the...
Julie can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julie is lovely and kind. She is happy to help in any way she can."
Pat F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors since caring for both of my parents fulltime. That experience helped me gain the knowledge and compassion for helping others to regain their independence at whatever level they may be at that time in their lives. I have over 10 years of experience caring...
Leeann can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lee is very compassionate and caring. In addition having worked for doctors (cardiologist) she has some medical background. She is very dependable and you can count on her to whatever is necessary in the best interest of her patient. If you are looking for...
Jeanne K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Ridgewood, NJ
Mercedes R.
5.0
Mercedes was kind and compassionate as she took care of my mother in the final months of her life. My mother loved her and we felt very secure when she was with her.
- Care member
Grace B.
5.0
What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing care taker and could not have done...
- Greg H.
Dima T.
5.0
Dima is professional, dependable and was truly committed to the care of my father. He really cared for his cleanliness, diet and medical needs. I highly recommend him.
- Katie H.
Khaleen B.
5.0
Khaleen is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and gentle with my dad. She always makes sure that he has his food, that he is clean and that he has all his meds. She talks to him and keeps him laughing and he enjoys when she comes. In short, she makes sure he has everything that he needs.
- Care member
Leonice G.
5.0
I have known Leonice for 19 years now and I think it's safe to say that she is so caring. Leonice is a family person and is so loving towards everyone she meets. She is reliable and punctual, she really cares for everyone like they are her own. So happy I get to call her a family friend.
- adriana W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Ridgewood, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in Ridgewood, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Ridgewood, NJ in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Ridgewood, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $31.25 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 Ridgewood, NJ?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Ridgewood, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Ridgewood, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Ridgewood, 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.