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Compassionate caregiver with 10+ years of experience in providing personalized care to individuals and families. Proficient in daily living assistance, medication management, and creating a safe, supportive environment. Known for my patience and empathy, I am dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for my clients and building...
Ren can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Taylor A.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Taylor, I am 22 years old. I graduated from The University of Rhode Island with my bachelors in Marketing.
I'd describe my personality as reliable, patient and communicative.
I like working with kids because I enjoy the creativity they bring! Throughout my years I've found to have had many job working with...
Ngozi I.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
While I studying for my degree in Social Care I worked two years in a Nursing home as a Nursing assistant Assisting elderly people with their activities of daily living (Bathing, Dressing and feeding). Organizing and coordinating activities such as Karaoke night for resident. Personal care plans Reading books to residents and...
Ngozi can also help with: Personal care
Hello! My name is Friscurry , and I'm honored to be a trusted companion and caregiver for seniors. With 5 years of experience and a genuine passion for supporting older adults, I provide warm, dignified, and personalized care.
My approach focuses on empathy, understanding, and empowering independence, ensuring each senior...
Friscurry can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Susan S.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young Grandmother/ Mom of 3, looking to transport/ assist children to school in the morning hours.
Afternoons, are spent watching and transporting my 3 young grandsons to and from school and sports.
I'd describe my personality as
Energetic, reliable, responsible.
I love children and enjoy being around them.
I'm looking for...
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
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Teona. I'm 30 years old and have 5 years experience as a caregiver/companion. I'm from country Georgia, college graduate.
I have experience with dementia, memory care, stroke, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, mobility assistance. I love helping people and especially elder. I was inspired to work as a caregiver...
Teona can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Teaona provided daytime care for my uncle for 2y (bathing, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, medication reminders, and occasional transportation to medical appointments, shopping). She is caring, kind, intelligent, trustworthy, dependable and pays...
Jospeh D.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 10+ years as a CHHA . The reason why I became a caregiver was because of my mother she had become ill and needed home care so I decided to put my career on hold to help her during her time of illness. After she had passed I decided that helping others gave me a sense of fulfillment knowing that I was...
Pauline can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"
Enid R.
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: Dementia, personal care
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: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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
(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, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, 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
(4)
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, personal care, respite care, home modification, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ria is a remarkable caregiver: patient, responsible, flexible! And she is a new friend to me and to my husband. She has earned my highest regard!"
Lorelei B.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I just wanted to write this letter of recommendation for Mzia I. She was the caregiver for my mother Laura S. during the last three years of her life. Mzia was an excellent caregiver and incredible support for her. She was not only her companion but also her...
Dorothy F.
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: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care & 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
(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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(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, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have CNA, CHHA and CPR licensed with almost 8 years of experience. I have experience working in assisted living for years, experience working with a couple hands on or one on one patient. I have over a year experience with behavioral problem like
Schizophrenia , Bi polar, multiple personality, and depression. I am an...
Dahlia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Dahlia is a compassionate and skilled caregiver. She is prompt with responses and very dedicated to her clients. Thank you!"
Sarah F.
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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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...
Karen M.
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, live-in home care, dementia, respite 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.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Scotch Plains, 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
Teona T.
5.0
Teona is very capable and is a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She is patient and smart and is enjoyable to have in our home.
- Marianne R.
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.
Pauline B.
5.0
Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!
- Enid R.
Violeta P.
5.0
Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor appointments and on daily errands using our...
- Lisa Z.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Scotch Plains
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Scotch Plains, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $21.20 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 Scotch Plains?
Care.com has 5 personal assistants in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains?
Most personal assistants in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.