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Personal Assistant with experience in the office management administrative job field. I am punctual, responsible, and organized.
Ashely L.
Merrick, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable And Competent Family/Personal Assistant Available!
Hello! My name is Ashely, and I'm an experienced nanny and healthcare professional with a passion for making parents' lives easier. I have 10 years of nannying experience, caring for children from newborns to teenagers. I'm here to bring a supportive, energetic, and reliable presence to your family.
With a background as an EMT...
Ashely can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Shelesea I am a 26 years old young lady, living in New York. I am people person and social butterfly always trying to give a helping hand(:
I am an enthusiastic, honest, reliable, responsible and hardworking person. I have several years in personal assisting, babysitting and housekeeper.
My goal is to make...
I have 15-plus years of experience in a variety of settings, assisting those in need. I can help with assistance around the home, errands, outings, medicinal management, personal care, etc.
Jana can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands
Carmen A.
Bethpage, NY
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Good day!
I describe myself as a very calm and educated female who follows directions well. I speak English as my second language, some Italian, and Spanish my first. I have been working part time as a personal assistant for a corporation and several years light cleaning/organizing houses as a part time as well. I also do...
Carmen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Carmen has handled the transportation needs of my multi-generational household with great care and kindness! She is a wonderful and dependable person that I trust wholeheartedly with my children as well as my elderly mother. I would not hesitate to hire her!"
Denise B.
Raven W.
Rosedale, NY
$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Raven and I'm 25 years old. I have 8 years of experience in babysitting. I also have three years of daycare and teaching experience. In addition, I have 2 years of experience as a personal assistant. I love to sing and act. I love children and pets. In the future, I plan to be a director and work with children's...
Raven can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely thrilled with her. She completely understood my families needs. So happy to have found a keeper! I will definitely use her over and over again."
Kiersten F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed CNA, HHA, CPR trained, Aging In Place Specialist as well as a member of Nassau County Medical Reserve Corp. I provide peace of mind to the families and personal assistance to our aging moms and dads. I fully understand the time constraints supporting ones family entails. I provide a specialized service which...
Virginia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Virginia has been working for our family for years. She has helped us in an incredibly trying time with empathy, safety, understanding and professionalism. She treats our mom the same as she would her own. She is beautiful, smart, funny, punctual and so organized!...
Spencer C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marcia is absolutely heaven sent . I needed someone I could trust with my mom and God sent her to me. She is knowledgeable , patient and so loving! She will always be part of my family and we will never forget the care she gave to our mom for those 3 years . "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My sheer interest in caring for seniors is simply my passion to help people.
I have gained deeper understanding caring seniors in a manner that every one needs is different. But they all need someone to lend a helping hand.
I've been a health care assistant for 9 years, got my Certified Nursing Assistant License in 2012....
Azela can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sweet, caring, and reliable, has been helpful with dad's recovery, so glad we found Azela on this site! "
Jenny T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I am kind, upbeat, and friendly home care aid. With over 15 years of experience in elderly care, I am a certified home health aide, certified personal care aide, and certified nursing assistant. I have experience with dementia care, hospice, and elderly couples. I pride myself on punctuality, positivity, and...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Super caring and makes you feel loved"
Ashia T.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am friendly, energetic and a people person that likes assisting elderly persons. Certified home health aide attendant that provides care to elderly and disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. Duties include meal preparation, personal hygiene and bathroom needs, patient lifting, vitals recording, doing...
Ishawrah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am a reliable and patient person who love working with seniors I am a certified Nurse Assistant with 5 years experience was working at a senior care facility until the pandemic hits now I am looking for something private I can assure you that your love ones will be well taken care of by me
Shondel can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shondell provided amazing care for my mother with end stage Alzheimer's. She was warm and comforting to her. She treated my mom with respect and kindness. She provided my siblings and I with peace of mind knowing my mother was being thoroughly cared for in our...
Lori G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Mature friendly and compassionate. I live in Hicksville and available to care for your loved one. I truly enjoy caring for people. I am an experienced Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide. I provide caring and dedicated attention to the people I care for. Encourage physical activity and social interaction. I am always...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Will 100% take care of your loved one or child. Honest, reliable and caring which is hard to find these days. "
Anita M.
Zaira H.
Westbury, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Nice to meet you, let me tell you a little bit about myself. I work at a school, I mostly babysit on my free time. After graduating from high school 10 years ago I started working at a daycare and since then working with kids has been my passion.
I'd describe my personality as understanding, patient, caring
I started...
Zaira can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zaira was so helpful with my 10 month old daughter. She's very sweet and patient. Would recommend 10/10."
Pawanjeet K.
5.0
(4)
Hi my name is Laura. I am a nationally certified medical assistant and phlebotomist with vast experience working with the senior care population. I have worked in different phases of the medical field for the last 15 years. I specifically worked in Hematology/Oncology for last 6 years, and just moved back to New York area...
Laura can also help with: Personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, specialized care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura is an amazing person who was able to help and assist my father during his Last days on earth...she is educated, skilled, professional, responsible, respectful and gentle with your loved one....one would be crazy not to hire her as she can drive to and from...
Jean P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 25-year-old college student looking for a family whose child I can nurture and raise into an even more amazing individual. I am looking to fulfill my passion of caring for children and looking to make a positive impact in your child's life. I believe that one of my purposes in life is guiding children to becoming...
Chanique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.7
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible Mom and Professional caregiver with over 15 years of experience supporting families and nurturing developing children of various ages. A detail-oriented person who manages children on the timetables instructed by parents. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children s physical, mental and...
Francoise can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fran took care of our daughter from when she was 6 months to 20 months. Fran became part of our family. She was great with our daughter, trustworthy, and loving!"
Meredith R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I having been taking care of seniors for over 20 years and I genuinely love what I do.
I am a certified Home Health Care Aide and Personal
Care Assistant. I offer live-in care (but can do live-out as well).
I have worked with Alzheimer patients as well
as patients with Diabetes, Hypertension, MS, Parkinson, Dementia and Cancer...
Frances can also help with: Respite care, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Frances came to care for my mother in May. My mother was independent with most things but needed someone in the house to help with meals and driving and bathing . We liked her the instant she walked the house for her interview . She was warm , friendly , had no...
Michele E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 50-year-old mother of two grown children. Prior to home care, I worked as a medical assistant in a cardiologist's office for five years. I took care of my mother, who was battling cancer, for two years before her passing.
Since starting home care eight plus years ago, I have worked with six families. My duties have...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Patty took care of my mother-in-law for 2 years. The care and compassion she showed was beyond anything I expected. She became a member of our family and have referred her to so many friends and relatives. "
Carrie S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathy, AKA Nanny to my four wonderful grandchildren, a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse since 1975. Over my career I have had the pleasure of working in different areas of nursing. The majority has been managing the medical departments of some of the very best Assisted Living Communities on Long Island and in...
Kathleen can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of having Kathy as a caretaker for my parents and I can't say enough good things about her. This is more than a profession for Kathy. She went above and beyond her job responsibilities and truly cared for my parents. She is loving,...
Joy M.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Merrick, NY
Carmen A.
5.0
Carmen has handled the transportation needs of my multi-generational household with great care and kindness! She is a wonderful and dependable person that I trust wholeheartedly with my children as well as my elderly mother. I would not hesitate to hire her!
- Denise B.
Raven W.
5.0
Raven is so awesome. My daughter really loves when she's around.
- Kim D.
Virginia B.
5.0
Virginia has been working for our family for years. She has helped us in an incredibly trying time with empathy, safety, understanding and professionalism. She treats our mom the same as she would her own. She is beautiful, smart, funny, punctual and so organized! She handles everything from helping...
- Spencer C.
Marcia J.
5.0
Marcia is kind, responsible, diligent in her duties; always going above and beyond. An absolute gem! A calm demeanor, patient, skilled, completely reliable. A pleasure to have Marcia look after my Dad.
- Linda G.
Azela J.
5.0
Sweet, caring, and reliable, has been helpful with dad's recovery, so glad we found Azela on this site!
- Jenny T.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Merrick
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Merrick, NY?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Merrick, NY on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $23.50 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 Merrick?
Care.com has 4 personal assistants in Merrick, NY. 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 Merrick 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 Merrick?
Most personal assistants in Merrick, NY 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 Merrick. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.