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I am currently working out of a home for a family. I have many years of experience in home and office settings. Hopefully my information finds you well.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking to be a nanny and a personal assistant. I have 18 years of childcare experience. This includes a teacher, nanny, mother of 2 children, and a camp counselor.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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 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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can keep your child engaged with fun activities like yoga, crafts, dancing and other fun games.
I have experience pet sitting and have a dog of my own I take care of and love all kinds of animals.
Do you need helping organizing? I can help.
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie came to babysit our 8 month old. She was sweet and loving to him. She fed, changed, and got him to nap, and helped him crawl and play. She has a calm and caring nature. She will be coming back soon to take care of our baby.
Katie also mentioned that she...
Ramita T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Retired businesswoman seeking to offer companionship and personal assistance to a lady/gentleman who needs not only companionship, but organization, meal prep, med prompting, shopping, transportation, assistance with daily routines and would appreciate some conversation. I am a kind and loving woman who loves to spend time with...
Jane can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Intelligent. Punctual. Diverse in what she offers. Flexible."
Herb G.
Dayani M.
Belleville, NJ
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!!! I am here to help you and your family with your goals and your no end to-do list. I am a home/personal organizer and personal assistant that can assist you with meal preparation , organizing your home, childcare , laundry and others household functions. I have 5 years experience with childcare and household functions. I am...
Dayani can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
Dayani M.
Belleville, NJ
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!!! I am here to help you and your family with your goals and your no end to-do list. I am a home/personal organizer and personal assistant that can assist you with meal preparation , organizing your home, childcare , laundry and others household functions. I have 5 years experience with childcare and household functions. I am...
Dayani can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Dayani to watch my two children. I was very pleased with her and hope to use her again. She was punctual and my children really enjoyed spending time with her."
Cynthia S.
5.0
(1)
Hi families! My name is Taryya, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a short-term, Monday-Thursday nanny job. I have 4 years experience as a nanny and 5 years as a babysitter. I also have experience as a teacher's assistant, personal assistant, and mother's helper. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months to 13 years old....
Taryya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family...
Tyesha P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Teona. I'm 33 years old and have 8 years experience as a caregiver/companion. I'm from country Georgia, college graduate. Certified phlebotomist and EKG technician.
I have experience with dementia, memory care, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, mobility assistance. I love helping people and especially elder. I...
Teona can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Eileen I am a certified nursing assistant . I have 7 years of experience with Elderly People I have worked in nursing homes in Long term care and hospital . I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and...
Eileen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
Alana can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Alana is an excellent worker , she took care of my mom for 1.5 years. She is always on time , she provides stellar care and is genuinely a God sent . She is dependable, trustworthy , kind and caring but most importantly she is amazing at her job . She goes above...
Care member
5.0
(15)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, easy going and cheerful
I like working with kids because I love children. Love seeing their development growth and if I can have a piece of enhancing and empowering them to be great individuals then of course it's a pleasure.
One thing you should know about me is your child is your precious...
Kiaora can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiaora is a delightful and creative sitter who our five-year-old daughter immediately loved. We absolutely trust her to take great care of her."
Care member
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: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Dahlia is a very kind and hard working caregiver. She takes the time to engage her patients with conversation and activities. I highly recommend her for senior care."
Debbie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dana. I am a very detail-oriented, artistic, responsible and fun person. Although I solely enjoy both performing arts and visual arts with children, I've grown to love sports as well. My childcare experience began 14 years ago, at age 14. I started off caring for my younger siblings until they were old enough...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Dana is so nurturing and patient! Our girls love her. I love how she was willing to have fun and be silly with and encourage our girls to step out of their comfort zone. Our home was always spotless when we came back and the kids were always to bed on time! She...
France J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as caretaker I take care of the patients, mostly geriatrics that are unstable to walk and need assistance, patients with dementia, and who have mental illness. I also assist and help patients with special disabilities such as patients with Multiple Sclerosis (patients who are having difficulty walking...
Pratibha can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Mrs. Pratibha has been so amazing with my Mom who is 92 with many health issues. Her medical background and careful, loving nature has made me able to feel completely calm when leaving her with her. She is a gift!"
Kimi R.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available to help you with Senior transportation! I live in Fairfield I am a mother of 3 all adults ! I have a clean driving record and reliable car please call me anytime
I am a very loving person! I have 3! dogs 2 I rescued I also assist in rescue I have helped homeless dogs find living homes! If you leave your dog/pet...
5.0
(2)
Hello,
I am a dedicated and compassionate senior care provider with more than 10 years of experience in the field. I have a deep understanding of the unique needs of seniors and am committed to providing personalized care that promotes their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Throughout my career, I have worked with...
Vera can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
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First and foremost, Vera was extremely knowledgeable about senior care and was always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that my needs were met. She was always punctual, and I never had to worry about her being late or missing appointments. She also very...
Care member
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Margaret is an excellent home health aide who always goes above and beyond the call of duty"
Amanda P.
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, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"
Enid R.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Short Hills, 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
Katherine S.
5.0
Katie came to babysit our 8 month old. She was sweet and loving to him. She fed, changed, and got him to nap, and helped him crawl and play. She has a calm and caring nature. She will be coming back soon to take care of our baby.
Katie also mentioned that she is an organizer and we grabbed the...
- Ramita T.
Jane M.
5.0
Jane is efficient, smart and caring. She is neat and keeps things orderly in the house. She is very "upbeat" and always comes with a smile on her face. She has an easy personality. My husband always enjoys her company and looks forward to seeing her. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
Dayani M.
5.0
I hired Dayani to watch my two children. I was very pleased with her and hope to use her again. She was punctual and my children really enjoyed spending time with her.
- Cynthia S.
Taryya E.
5.0
Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family that get her in their home.
- Tyesha P.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Short Hills
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Short Hills, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Short Hills, NJ on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $35.00 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 Short Hills?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills 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 Short Hills?
Most personal assistants in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.