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Deysi C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$30-35/hr

Part-time Helper

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Pick up or drop off children to activities Run errands Drive to doctors appointments Help packing to move
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Stacyann C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

PROFESSIONAL HOME CARE AIDE/CAREGIVER

I have over 20 years of experience in caregiving with in Home Care, Meal Preparation, Medication Management, Running Errands, Shopping, Transportation, Bathing, Dressing, Feeding and Companionship. My Job is to create a safe, peaceful and happy environment for my patients and give them a happy, safe and thriving experience.
Stacyann can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Valerie D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

38 Year Old Single Mom, Looking For A Position Doing What I Love!

Hi, I'm Valerie! Experience with children as well as the elderly. I really think I could be the girl you're looking for. I love kids-talking, teaching, having fun while maintaining the boundaries you set. We always think that we are the ones teaching kids, but I've come to realize that kids also teach us a lot about life!...
Valerie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Hi, I'm Valerie! Experience with children as well as the elderly. I really think I could be the girl you're looking for. I love kids, whether it's talking, teaching, playing and having fun while maintaining the boundaries you set. We always think that we are the ones teaching kids, but I've come to realize that kids also teach...
Highly skilled special needs caregiveer professional available for full time and part time position. If you are looking for a mature, dedicated, trustworthy and kind Nanny, I might be the one! My name is Grace. I have lived in Scotch Plains for past 16 years where I raised my own two children. I am full of energy, passion and...

Grace H.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Skilled Professional Nanny Experienced In All Aspects Of Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you are looking for a mature, dedicated, trustworthy and kind Nanny, I might be the one! My name is Grace. I have lived in Scotch Plains for past 16 years where I raised my own two children. I am full of energy, passion and love for working with children of all ages. A bit of my own story: I graduated from the University of...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lorraine D.


Westfield, NJ

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Happy To Help

5.0

(3)

Reliable, positive and experienced mother of two grown boys who knows what it takes to run a smooth household. Light housekeeping, laundry, changing bed linens, running errands, organizing and the occasional pick up or drop off for the kids are all a part of that. Let me help so you can enjoy your free time with loved ones and...
Lorraine can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens
5.0
"Lorraine came into my life when much was overwhelming me. While my sons weren't helpless I often felt like I was. She picked up/on and did all the things I was not able to get to or do well. A brief list: Errands including grocery shopping shopping, dry cleaners,...

Deborah B.

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Mzia I.


Dunellen, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...
Mzia can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Zia is a kind , compassionate , caring and giving person. She has great skills in taking care of the Elderly which helps the family ease their worries ."

Susan E.

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Rochelle S.


Cranford, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello--My name is Shelly. I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care
5.0
"Shelly took very good care of our mom who has dementia. Shelly was always punctual and very dependable. During her hours caring for my mom Shelly would prepare meals, administer medication, help with bathing and dressing, companionship, and light housekeeping....

Angela N.

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Barbara N.


Cranford, NJ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...
5.0
"Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her. "

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Elsa M.


Hillside, NJ

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Cleaner /organizer

Hello. I'm Elsa. I have 20 years of experience in cleaning and organizing, I can organize kitchens, garages, pantries, closets, do laundry, run errands, whatever you may need done, I just moved to Jersey from Florida, have great references from my clients back in Florida that I worked for 20 years. I speak English, Portuguese...
Elsa can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done. I highly recommend hiring her for any cleaning and/or organization projects you need done to perfection."

Patricia K.

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Tamara D.


Piscataway, NJ

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Professional care giver looking job to care elderly people. I have a 20 years of experience. I can help with all aspects of patients personal care . Also run errands , doctors appointments , help with medication and keep them happy and comfortable and active
Tamara can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Tamara is taking care of my elderly mom since November. She is an amazing and wonderful caregiver. She is punctual, warm, sense of humor and most important, takes care of my mom. We live out of state so it's so comforting to have a reliable and trustworthy...

Tracy K.

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Rochelle S.


Cranford, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Elderly Care Provider

Hello--My name is Shelly. I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"She is a very sweet lady and will go above and beyond."

Jennifer M.

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Jordan M.


Fords, NJ

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.

3.0

(2)

I've been babysitting since I was old enough to accept the responsibility. I was 13 when I had my first job of watching three kids. After the first babysitting job they referred me to countless families where I have watched those kids and many more since they were five until they were ready to drive. I would drive them to...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
" Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our children feel comfortable, have fun, and are safe in her presence, and she follows our instructions diligently....

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Michelle S.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aide

Private Home Health Aide Maintained patient records, care conditions, progress and problems in order to report and discuss observations with a Medical Physician and family. Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, household supplies and running errands. Accompanying clients to Doctors offices and on other trips...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Michelle S spent the better part of the last 2 years doing in-home care for my mother and we could not have been happier with the results. She is an extremely knowledgeable caregiver who has given my mother the very best in care. My mom was very fond of Michelle S...

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Allison L.


South Plainfield, NJ

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Certified Teacher

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a NJ certified teacher and I am currently employed in a public school. I have over 20 years experience of teaching and caring for children of all ages and abilities. Your child(ren) will be in great hands with me while having fun but most importantly .... safe! I am available on select week nights, the weekends while you...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is creative, caring. Thinks outside of the box. She doesn't sit around but loves to be active with kids. Very dependable. Great personality and will keep kids on schedule and follow parent directions."

Mary H.

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Tajah O.


Hillside, NJ

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a non smoker with 10 years plus of experience with the elderly and non elderly. I have experience with diabetes, hospice , hip , shoulder and knee replacement surgery, Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) vascular vain disease, stroke . In addition, I have...
Tajah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tajah is very honest person also very reliable."

Patrick S.

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Monique D.


New Providence, NJ

$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Monique and I'm a nanny in search of a full-time position. I am from Brazil and I've been living in the U. S. since 2016; I first came as an au pair and decided to continue my studies here in order to find better opportunities for the future. I studied some periods of nursing school in Brazil and also...
Monique can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Monique. She has been a lifesaver during this pandemic and took on additional responsibilities. She is on time, strong communication skills, takes the kids on adventures, helps them with schoolwork, is great with them at the...

Julie D.

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Rebecca G.


Elizabeth, NJ

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Joyful Companion and Errand Runner

Hello :) , my name is Rebecca, I've been a caretaker / errand runner, pet care taker for quite some time. I am currently working and going to school. If you are willing to choose me to help out in any way then I'm glad to help. I'll be happy to have any family to welcome me in.
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Alexandra P.


Berkeley Heights, NJ

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Errand Runner

I am willing to do grocery shopping and any other errands and odd jobs that are needed. I have experience doing this for an elderly woman.

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Recent errand runner reviews in Scotch Plains, NJ

Lorraine D.

5.0

Lorraine has been a great help to our family. She is a wonderful person and someone we have come to rely on. She helps us in the morning getting the kids to school - unloading the dishwasher, packing lunches, getting the kids out the door, handling their school drop offs and then returning for...

- Care member

Mzia I.

5.0

I just wanted to write this letter of recommendation for Mzia I. She was the caregiver for my mother Laura S. during the last three years of her life. Mzia was an excellent caregiver and incredible support for her. She was not only her companion but also her friend. Mzia is a great person as well. I...

- Dorothy F.

Rochelle S.

5.0

Shelly is incredibly responsible and self-directed when taking care of someone. She is astute and sensitive in understanding the needs of the older person in her care, and she's proactive when she senses that something is wrong or that little things can be changed to make the person's quality of...

- Gerard R.

Barbara N.

5.0

Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her.

- Care member

Elsa M.

5.0

Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done. I highly recommend hiring her for any cleaning and/or organization projects you need done to perfection.

- Patricia K.

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