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Hi! I'm Melynda, I am looking for work caring for your mom or dad, playing games, helping them grocery shop, taking them to the doctors, doing their laundry, etc. I'm very friendly, kind and caring and I have a great personality that people are really drawn to. It breaks my heart to think of anyone alone or needing assistance...
Melynda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
5.0
(2)
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. "
Care member
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, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
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.
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: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Petal is a dependable hard working young women. She does very well for all kinds of people. She will be an asset to any job she applies for. I recommend her highly"
Carol S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for Date night/weekend job.
- I have 5 years experiences. I was an teacher assistant. I took care of 3 kids (3. 5years old boy and the twins girls 2 years old). I took care of 5 months old until she was 2 years old. Now I'm taking care of 3 years old girl who I have been taking care of her since she was 11 months...
Nichanuch can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicha was excellent! She was so nurturing and playful with our 1 year old baby. She taught him songs, how to enjoy reading and took him for walks. She always came on time, was extremely professional and clearly cared to do a greag job. I would recommend her without...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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
(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: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
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)
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: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands & 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
(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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
Dana can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Dana has been working for us for 9+ months taking care of our beautiful mother. She is professional, dependable, caring, loving, knowledgeable and plays an integral part in the overall health and wellness of our mother and the balance of our family. She loves what...
Sean N.
5.0
(1)
I'm Lela 47 years old female, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to do the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to do. Fully vaccinated (Booster).
I...
Lela can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she made her life much easier with her nice and friendly attitude and care, she is the best person reliable and responsible...
Ekaterine T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over a decade of dedicated experience working with children aged 0-18, my passion for creating nurturing environments and supporting young learners' development has grown immensely. Beyond teaching American Sign Language and admissions leadership, I have also been deeply involved in nannying roles, providing personalized...
5.0
"Coley was great! She came on time and I could tell my daughter really liked her. As a new time mom, I truly felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old with her. Definitely will book her again in the future."
Care member
Nancy M.
Westfield, NJ
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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.
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, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands."
Care member
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: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & 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
(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: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."
David And Jana A.
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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
"I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional care provided by Azalea for the past several weeks. Her compassion, patience, and dedication has truly made a positive impact. She goes above and beyond to ensure my comfort and well-being. I couldn't have asked for a...
Jason G.
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
"Katy is a dependable, responsible fun and engaging babysitter for my two children age 7 and 4. She has regularly provided care for them for the past 4 years. She is punctual and incredibly reliable. My children absolutely adore her and can't wait to spend quality...
Kristen A.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
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, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Metuchen, NJ
Barbara N.
5.0
Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very kind and considerate. Extremely flexible in whatever the assignment is. She's been a godsend!
- Care member
Gifty L.
5.0
She's just the best. I hired her to take care of my mom and she did a good job.
- Oregomisan U.
Petal M.
5.0
Miss M. was very Hardworking and dedicated to Her duties and went above and beyond our Expectations. We hired her to care for our grandmother, who wasn't doing too well. She had her from being bed ridden to gardening and more in a few months. We appreciate everything she's done for her giving her...
- Aubrey P.
Nichanuch M.
5.0
Nicha was excellent! She was so nurturing and playful with our 1 year old baby. She taught him songs, how to enjoy reading and took him for walks. She always came on time, was extremely professional and clearly cared to do a greag job. I would recommend her without any reservations!
- 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.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Metuchen
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Metuchen, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Metuchen, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $22.00 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 Metuchen?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen 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 Metuchen?
Most personal assistants in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.