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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia
5.0
(1)
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 two granddaughters, dog mom. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I am too young and energetic to...
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
Petal M.
Colonia, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
"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, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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.
Tanya T.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Tanya. I am 26 years old and I have been working with kids since I was 16 years old. I work with families with one child as well as families with multiple children. I love working all ages, I am especially drawn toward children 5-11 years old. I am very experienced with children and also possess several...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely amazing experience! Babysitter Tanya took great care of our 19 months old and 3 year old kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my precious children with her for a few hours. Thank you!!!!"
Sara L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisa I'm 51, 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...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
5.0
"Lisa was a very kind and patient person. Lisa assisted our family by providing wonderful care to our father when his children couldn’t be with him due to our work schedules.
My father is suffering from early dementia and Lisa would interact with my dad to keep...
Care member
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: Mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Dana to help out with giving my mom a bath. Dana has been great with the care of my mom. She is a very friendly & caring person. My mom is 86 years old and a diabetic. My mom is very comfortable with her. She enjoys her company and after her bath they have...
Richard F.
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: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
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 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential.
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 become more independent with their ADL's through standing and strengthening activities. I also have...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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
(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: Errands, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & 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)
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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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)
Greetings, my name is Tyria I'm a Certified home health aid with over 14 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: Respite care, personal care, visiting physician, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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...
Judy H.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs...
Jennifer Z.
5.0
(3)
My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. 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. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
Violeta can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is an excellent caregiver. Very caring and trustworthy. During the years while she was taking care of my limited mobility father she provided the best care. Always exceeding our expectations and stepping out of her personal life to put the needs and necessities...
Daniel R.
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: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia
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 recently left an amazing family I have been with for almost 8 years. Care was no longer needed I have over 20 years experience as a caregiver. I am a CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT I have experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia and Parkinson's. I provide top quality care for your loved one. I have my own transportation and very...
Ruthann can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rudi was the best caregiver I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. She is extremely diligent in her duties and very empathetic. She gave great care to my 93 y/o mom. Extremely patient, and very on top of everything with regards to my moms health. I strongly...
Claudia F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Agnieszka (English - Agnes). I am a 30-year-old Polish woman who has been a child care provider for the last 10 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. In 2013, I finished the Childcare Management Certificate at the NYU and I also became a Montessori...
Agnieszka can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I started my child care journey through Care.com and that is where I found an old message that Agnes had written me about a year ago. I reached out to her based on the reviews she had and I instantly got excited. She has been watching my daughter for about a few...
Katalina S.
Mzia I.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mzia is a dependable, caring and responsible caregiver. She took care of my mother for over 6 years and was not just a health aide for us but we also considered her a member of the family. Mzia will go above and beyond to make sure your loved one is well taken care...
Brooke V.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about senior care, Kind, Caring, Loving, Humble, Calm and happy positive, Empathetic. Furthermore, able to provide Physical, Emotional and psychological support to my clients. PT assist, with meal preparation, medication management, by mouth, diet exercise and give insulin, sugar monitor, Assist with bed...
Tahira can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She listens well and has a genuine heart! Always going above and beyond.
Beautiful personality!"
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Metuchen, NJ
Barbara N.
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
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.
Tanya T.
5.0
Absolutely amazing experience! Babysitter Tanya took great care of our 19 months old and 3 year old kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my precious children with her for a few hours. Thank you!!!!
- Sara L.
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
Dana R.
5.0
Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes but Dana has been with us all the way. She is a skilled professional and any family would...
- Karen 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 January, 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.