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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Ann G.
Merrick, NY
$20-38/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Don't Have An Official Tutoring Bio Since I Am Just Retiring And Have Not Tutored Formally Yet.
Ann G - Experienced Tutor
I am a passionate tutor currently teaching English to adults through the Literacy Nassau program. TESOL-certified, I specialize in helping students build confidence in their language skills through patient, engaging, and personalized instruction. My background as a former IT professional and educator,...
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: Transportation, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Raven is so awesome. My daughter really loves when she's around."
Kim D.
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: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & 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, hospice services, live-in home care, personal 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 5 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: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Super caring and makes you feel loved"
Ashia T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maria I have 21 years of experience in taking care of PERSON with DISSABILITY and SENIOR CARE
I'm loving, responsible and honest person. I am a US Citizen and I speak English very well and I am a Filipino I Can drive, Monitor feeding tube, Urinary Catheter bag & Ostomy bag.
> Change bed linens, wash laundry,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Maria A. consistently demonstrated excellence in her caregiving of my mother. She was very health conscious, clean, and her personality was always upbeat and caring. I recommend her without reservation to anyone wanting excellence and professional healthcare for a...
Peter R.
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, dementia, errands, light cleaning
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: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shondel took care of my mother with Alzheimer's. She is highly skilled in advanced care such as wound care, hoyer lift, walker, physical therapy, medication management, feeding, etc. She is also kind, caring and worked great with the other aides as well as family...
Kim K.
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: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, home modification, companionship, dementia & 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.
5.0
(2)
Cared for a 91-year-old special lady who was a beautiful person to share her company. I prepared her meals, assisted in getting her washed and dressed for bed.
Cared for another female client for two years. Cooked meals and got her washed and dressed on the weekends.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Karen is a loving and caring person whether she's caring for seniors or children. My sister-in-law entrusts her with the home care of her elderly mother and I feel the same way when I leave my 2 young grandchildren in her care. I highly recommend Karen and you...
Kathy W.
Maria R.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship,housekeeping,drive To And From Appointments,meal Preparation Etc.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a 51-year-old woman, I am mature, compassionate, and very responsible. I have over eight years of experience in caring for the elderly, Some of the daily tasks I have executed have been preparation of medications, preparing meals, managing appointments, paying bills, driving to and from appointments. Assisting in daily...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria even while interviewing was very patient and compassionate. She has been so kind and understanding with my mother. She has done amazing to keep my mother happy and bringing her a better quality of life. Maria loves what she does and loves people and treats my...
James W.
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: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, mobility assistance, specialized care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Laura for 40 years. She is an extremely caring, competent & hardworking individual. She has a vast background in multiple areas of the medical field which will only benefit her abilities in caring for others. She is an experienced caregiver to sick &...
Nicole L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chanique. I am a warm, nurturing, compassionate, and empathetic person. I carry these qualities with me when I go to work and interact with the children in my care. I am looking to start working with a new family and a child with whome I can nurture into their full potential. I believe that one of my purposes in...
Chanique can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.7
(7)
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:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
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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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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 April, 2025 is $22.25 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.