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60 personal assistants are listed in Edison, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 4 years
Personal assistants in Edison, NJ
I am certified HHA , have 10+years experience working with an elderly. I am very patient, caring and responsible person. Willing to do light housekeeping, laundry, personal care , shopping, managing appointments . I am also good cook.
Looking for a live in/ live out, full-time /part-time companion/ personal assistant / caregiver...
Lela can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Katty L.
Edison, NJ
$35-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
4 years of experience. Assistance with meal prep, personal care, and light housekeeping. Help with transportation to appointments. In-home nursing care, wound care, and help with medications. : Help to fulfill emotional needs
Katty can also help with: Errands, hospice services, transportation, respite care, meal prep
Kimberly M.
Edison, NJ
$15-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Assist with activities of daily living
Toileting/incontinence
Bathing
Transfer/Gait Belt
Grooming/personal care
Catheter care
Hospice care
Dementia care
Feeding
Exercise /Ambulation
Meal prep
Companionship
Nanny care
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning
Isabella J.
Edison, NJ
$15-20/hr
Through my babysitting experience, I also assisted the family by cleaning up common spaces and doing laundry during nap times. In addition, I am also a very clean person in my own home and am positive I can provide a tidy and clean space for you and/or your family as well.
Isabella can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
Sharon P.
Edison, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care And Respect Should Be Administered To All Those Who Needs It
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide. Through the New Jersey Board of Nursing. Passionate would not be the word to describe my love and dedication for what I do. Simple fact that I am given a great responsibility to ensure the well-being of the elderly, who are unable to do so for themselves.
I live by...
Sharon can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Jazmin R.
Edison, NJ
$25-30/hr
Hi there!
My name is Jazmin. Currently I am attending graduate school for my masters in social work. I received my bachelors in psychology may 2023.
and I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver and am new to senior care. I have used care. com for a handful of families in providing child care but am open to senior care as...
Jazmin can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation & more
5.0
(2)
I have over four years plus of assisting individuals and their families. I provide optimal health and homecare maintenance.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's great! Great personality & very dependable. I contacted her on a short term notice & she showed up no questioned asked! I would recommend."
Sarah C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 2 years of experience in the assistant/administrative role and 5 years of experience in customer service. I am open to many things such as pet care/sitting, house sitting, running errands, scheduling appointments, grocery shopping, laundry, light housekeeping, etc.
Cassidy can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
5.0
(2)
To Providing Superior In-home Care To Persons With Disabilities.
Certified Home Health Aide with 3+ years of experience delivering personalized home care to elderly clients, assisting with daily living while building meaningful relationships and helping clients maintain a high quality of life. Background in nursing.
Kaoutar can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kaoutar has helped my family throughout the years. I can say she would be a great help to any family! I still use her help here and there when I need it."
Tina S.
5.0
(3)
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor...
Lisa Z.
5.0
(1)
Here's a little bit about me. My name is Elizabeth, but I prefer to be called Liz. I am a mother of 3 sons and a grandmother to 2 beautiful granddaughters, whom I adore. I also had another very important person in my life, my mother.
I, personally took care of my mother for over 10 years. My mother suffered from mental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been working with my mom for over the past 2 years. She is an amazing person and an absolute caring care taker. I wouldn't ask for a better person to care for my loved one.
"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home.
I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents...
Nancy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my girls love it."
Whitney F.
Azalea H.
Dunellen, NJ
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, I take great pride in delivering personalized, high-quality care to seniors. With experience as a Clinical Care Technician on an oncology unit and a strong nursing background, I am confident in providing exceptional assistance with activities of daily living. Whether it's...
Azalea can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"I hired Azalea, in the summer of 2023, to care for my aunt who was like a mom to me. When I hired her, my aunt had recently been discharged from the hospital into home hospice care as she suffered from a series of health issues including dementia, high blood...
Natalie C.
Erica R.
Carteret, NJ
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello!
My name is Erica and I am a mother/ a full time student who is available to watch you kid or kids for the days I do not assist to class. I am very responsible person, honest and have many experience in this job . I am been working for 10 years and my major is Spanish education. If your child needs a tutor in Spanish I can...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Erica is a great babysitter. She pays close attention to detail and always keeps my daughter on her schedule. She is very friendly and has lots of energy. My 1 year old loves playing with her! Erica is always on time and very flexible with our crazy work hours....
Charlene F.
Mzia I.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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...
Dorothy F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field.
I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...
Tira can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."
David And Jana A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as unapologetic, enthusiastic and social!
As an animal rights activist, I've worked with animals for over three years in Essex and Morris county and feel great care, love and empathy for them.
Working with animals provides dopamine and good energy! I'm also looking for an opportunity that can...
Madeline can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Organized. Follows directions accordingly. Askes a lot of questions for confirmation and clarity."
Bella F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...
Ariya V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short.
I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Very dedicated, responsible and great with pets and children!"
Elizabeth G.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm a Dedicated and compassionate caregiver for senior citizen, personable and professional in responding to clients needs, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect.
Trained and experienced in:
Dementia Communication Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive...
Gifty can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gifty was very good at getting my injured relative up and about walking and doing her exercise every 10 minutes. Sometimes relatives don't want to be nagged by family members so having an outside person motivating her really worked. Gifty mopped the floor for me...
Karen S.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Edison, NJ
Melissa J.
5.0
She's great! Great personality & very dependable. I contacted her on a short term notice & she showed up no questioned asked! I would recommend.
- Sarah C.
Kaoutar F.
5.0
Kaoutar has helped my family throughout the years. I can say she would be a great help to any family! I still use her help here and there when I need it.
- Tina S.
Violeta P.
5.0
Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor appointments and on daily errands using our...
- Lisa Z.
Elizabeth A.
5.0
Elizabeth has been working with my mom for over the past 2 years. She is an amazing person and an absolute caring care taker. I wouldn't ask for a better person to care for my loved one.
- Care member
Nancy M.
5.0
Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my girls love it.
- Whitney F.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Edison
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Edison, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Edison, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $21.43 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Edison?
Care.com has 7 personal assistants in Edison, NJ. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Edison or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Edison?
Most personal assistants in Edison, NJ can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Edison. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.