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Bernadette M.
Highland Park, NJ
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Having gone through prolonged sickness and grief of close family members pushed me to change career to care giving.
I empathize , listen and have patience with my clients and always pay close attention to their body language.
I work closely with family , care managers and nurses guided by the plan of care and always seek help...
Bernadette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, respite care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have 10 years experience in Senior/Adult Home Health Care, and Companion Care. I am patient and attentive and I am dedicated to providing my clients with high-quality personalized and compassionate care, while assisting them with activities of daily living. This support involves medication management,...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kathy worked with our family for 2 years on a part time basis to assist my 83yr old Mom after a mild stroke and during a vulnerable time after our father’s passing. Kathy is kind, diligent, hard working, friendly, efficient and very communicative. She came to be a...
Lynn G.
5.0
(5)
Greetings, my name is Tyria I'm a Certified home health aid with over 15 years of hands on experience in personal care. I find it rewarding working with the elderly and individuals with disabilities and illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Due to my experience in elderly care I am able to provide exceptional one on one...
Ria can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, respite care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It was very hard to find someone to care of your parent let alone, the right person. As my brother and I we're looking we came across Ria. Ria took care of my mom for several years, with love. She ran errands, made lunch, dinner and tucked her into bed with a...
Pam C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisa I'm 53 Nonsmoker can provide care for your loved ones in their home or yours making them feel secure and comfortable my duties would be Bathing
dressing, taking their meds on time meal prep light housecleaning. Organizing, taking them for their appointment , walks. have 25 years experience Great references...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
5.0
"Lisa is a very caring and thoughtful lady that made my mother very happy when she was taking care of her. My mom would always say that Lisa washed her hair and styled it pretty. I would recommend Lisa to other family and friends in the neighborhood. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you so much for reading my profile! I am a 34-year-old experienced nanny having taken care of newborns and toddlers and older children up to 14 years old. I am a former assistant teacher at the Early Childhood Center. I am a very loving and caring person and I am great with children! I have a car so I am able to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We ALL love, love, LOVE Eveline! If you're lucky enough to have her watch your kids, you'll love her too! She's just wonderful!!"
Stephanie B.
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: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's just the best. I hired her to take care of my mom and she did a good job."
Oregomisan U.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate person, dedicated to my work, I enjoy doing it and I do it with love, I follow orders and I'm very patient, active, flexible, I've been a professional caregiver for the past 6 years I work with both elderly and children. I can assist with meal prep and transportation as well. I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Yesenia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very reliable caregiver, kind and loving, you will find a person that you can trust if you hire Yesenia, as a caregiver always follows instructions as you request and very flexible."
Joana T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love take care seniors just like my own family I'm very responsible hard working caring trust worthy have experience over 20 years with MS Parkinson's disease stroke dementia Alzheimer's cancer diabetes assist with medicine, personal care , laundry , food prepare , shopping , dr appointment, wound care, any nursing skills and...
Manjit can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very hard worker, always on time to see patients, and very friendly. She enjoys working with the patients and she is very positive. She cares for every patient she is given, and gets along with them."
Denise C.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & 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
(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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Very dedicated, responsible and great with pets and children!"
Elizabeth G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jordan and I'm a current graduate student at the College of Staten Island majoring in Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA. I am a patient, reliable, and creative person. I live in Staten Island and I have experience with 16-month-olds to 12-year-old school children. I have cared for high functioning autistic...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for old people to receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, sleeping overnight if it requires, shopping, doctor appointments, walking. With all my skills and...
Najat can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Working with Najat was a wonderful experience. Her pleasant demeanor and cheerful personality made her a joy to be around. She exceeded my expectations by providing assistance beyond what I had imagined, even going so far as to drive me to the hospital. Definitely...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a reliable & patient person with 20+ years of experience being a Certified Home Health Aide. Now that i'm no longer a home health aide, i'm looking for a way to make extra money while doing the thing I know & love. With me, your loved one will receive companionship & appropriate elderly care. I can assist with tasks...
Hiraida can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as a veterinarian technician in Westfield. I have been a veterinary technician for 6 years. I have also watched my families dogs and cats while they were away on vacation and I have been pet sitting/dog walking for about 5 years. I have provided overnight care and drop in day visits as well. At work I assist in...
Kelly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs...
Kasey L.
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Organized. Follows directions accordingly. Askes a lot of questions for confirmation and clarity."
Bella F.
Deborah O.
Old Bridge, NJ
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
:) Care That Brightens Your Day!! 20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE!!!
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Deborah, and I live in Old Bridge, NJ. I come from humble beginnings and have always exuded an extroverted personality, overflowing with positive vibes and giggles galore. I have been a care giver for as long as I could remember, always caring for my loved ones, be it my siblings, children, or sick parents. At...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Deborah is wonderful. She is kind , professional and genuinely caring as she assists us with my grandmother’s care. I’d highly recommend her ."
Care member
Petal M.
Colonia, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
"As a compassionate and dedicated caregiver, I have a passion for helping others maintain their independence and quality of life. With (number)years experience in the caregiving field. I have developed a strong skillset in assisting individuals with daily task managing medications, and providing emotional support. My warm and...
Petal can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ms Petal gived care to my dad during his last weeks of life her genuine companionship made my dad's end of life very comfortable and knowing I couldn't be there for my dad in person, I felt safe knowing he appreciated Ms Petal services"
Care member
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Highland Park, NJ
Mzia I.
5.0
Dear sir or Madam
Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she did. Mzia is a fighter and dedicated caregiver, Helen loved her dearly. She was by her side all the time when she needed. She developed a special...
- Care member
Katherine B.
5.0
Kathy is helping out with my 92 yr old mother. I have found her to be very patient and caring. My mother adores her.
She is dependable and on time. I am very happy to have found Kathy.
- Diane M.
Ria M.
5.0
Ria has provided home care for my family since 2017.She originally worked with my husband,who initially was able to walk with a cane later declining with several Hospitalizations and brief stays in a physical care facility,and finally through Five months of home hospice care and eventual demise in...
- Judy H.
Lisa M.
5.0
Lisa is a very caring and thoughtful lady that made my mother very happy when she was taking care of her. My mom would always say that Lisa washed her hair and styled it pretty. I would recommend Lisa to other family and friends in the neighborhood.
- Care member
Eveline S.
5.0
We ALL love, love, LOVE Eveline! If you're lucky enough to have her watch your kids, you'll love her too! She's just wonderful!!
- Stephanie B.
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In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Highland Park, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Highland Park, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $25.00 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 Highland Park?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park 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 Highland Park?
Most personal assistants in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.