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Ncutukazi M.
River Edge, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am A Certified Nurse Assistant With 3 Years Experience.
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as hard working, friendly and patient
I like caring for seniors because I was raised by my grandma so it's rewarding to me to be able to help other senior citizens just like my grandma helped me.
Ncutukazi can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
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I am gracious and blessed to have Kazi give my uncle the care he needed. Kazi is easy going, dedicated and ready to render help at any point in time. She came over to the house for an introduction and to meet my uncle. Since I was not living in the house with my...
Care member
5.0
(3)
10+ years of experience w/ seniors both in-home care and in facilities. I have strong references, am extremely compassionate, upbeat, patient, kind, very engaged, trustworthy, and reliable.
I am trained in personal care, physical therapy assistance, bathing, feeding, transporting, and have been contracted through hospice.
I...
Christine can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Most dedicated hard working person I've met. Loyal. Trustworthy. Every quality one would want for employee she possesses. Personally and professionally."
Erica M.
Stephanie M.
Parsippany, NJ
$35-51/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced CNA/ HHA With Great References Looking For Full Time Job Opportunities.
5.0
(8)
50 yrs old woman who is mature, patient, considerate, respectful and result driven. I am a Certified Home Health Aide , Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Medication Technician. I am a trained Medical assistant and have over 7 years experience , which sees me caring for my patients in private home settings as well as...
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, hospice services, mobility assistance, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Stephanie is well educated and have an excellent command of the English Language."
Angella B.
Shela D.
Paramus, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Medical Assistant Looking For Full Time Daytime Employment As A Caregiver
5.0
(2)
I have 10+years of experience working with the elderly, and I have experience with dementia patients for over 6 years. I am currently seeking full time employment overnnight and am also available some days.
I'm a very caring and compassionate person, and am glad to be able to help the elderly. I can provide excellent references...
Shela can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shela is extremely hardworking experienced kind & caring. Amy family would be lucky to have her join your team."
Rayna P.
Meghan K.
Parsippany, NJ
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Funny, Certified Teacher W/ Tons Of Experience And Patience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Taught public school grades 7-adult for for 12 years. Taught grades 3 thru college outside of public school setting. Member of Folger Shakespeare Workshop Professional Community, Lead Teacher for Non-Profit Prep Program, Pathways to College (5 years) - Coached HS Varsity Boys Soccer for 5 years - developed individual weight...
5.0
"Meghan helped/helping my son with his college essay and as well as ongoing college level English assignments. She is very helpful and prompt in giving suggestions and helping him out in getting a good grade in it.
Madu V"
Madhuri G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "
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Jaylyanna B.
Belleville, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi lovely families!
My name is Jaylyanna, and I am a graduate student. Watching my little sister grow into an intelligent girl sparked my love for nurturing/guiding children.
In high school, I was a swimming instructor at Goldfish Swim School, teaching kids ages 3-12 life-saving skills. I built trusting relationships with my...
Jaylyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Jaylyanna was fantastic! She was punctual, trustworthy, and great with our two young children. She showed kindness and respect, and the kids absolutely loved her. We felt completely at ease knowing they were in such good hands. She watched our children for about 3...
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Donna S.
Belleville, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available For Senior Care/ Looking For Part time Long Term Steady Work.
5.0
(6)
Hi
I'm Donna,
I have over 15 years experience taking care of the elderly.
I have done anything from companionship to cooking & light clean ups such as washing dishes and laundry.
Also I have run errands including food shopping, post office and various places for their daily personal needs
I also have experience caring for...
Donna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Donna is a very caring person. I have known her since childhood. She is mild mannered and has extensive experience caring for others. I highly recommend her. I believe she would be an asset to your company."
Cheryl H.
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 20 years. I transitioned a year ago to home health services assisting adults and their families with activities of daily living. I've worked with individuals and as a live in with progressive diagnoses, those with limited physical abilities as well as those recovering from...
Sara can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara ."
Joanne P.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Provide assistance with activities of Daily living performance domestic and household tasks, Transport and accompany patients to doctors appointment run errands medications reminder assist with clients personal care monitor patients vital signs, temperature, respiration And report on their condition follow client care plan and...
Keisha can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Keisha has been a very good dedicated healthcare aid for my 96 year old Mother. Keisha is very attentive and caring. She also has very gentle disposition and knows how to handle situations as they arise. She and my mother have a very nice relationship together....
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Christine R.
Lincoln Park, NJ
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as very caring, patient, helpful, friendly, and empathetic. I love being around seniors and helping them be happy in their daily life through dedicated care and companionship. I love chatting about old times and love listening.
I have previous experience of taking care of patients with...
Christine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Christine was caring, patient, and such a great help in my home. She went above and beyond to help me and made sure to always check on me. "
Yetta C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for people with dementia, diabetes, and kidney failure. I am communicative and compassionate person. Specialize in wound care, inserting the Foley catheter, Bathing Assistance, Administration of Medication, and overall patient care including routine home care. I have very good references from my patients...
Maria can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Maria is an incredible caregiver who truly goes above and beyond for her clients. She brings a perfect balance of professionalism and personal connection, always making sure her clients feel comfortable and cared for. Her patience and compassion stand out, and she...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , I am a welcoming, nurturing, flexible, and well experienced individual. I am a Certified Home Health Aide. I have worked in this field for 10+ years both as a live in aide and in the nursing home setting and assisted living setting. I am a mother of 8, all adults now & with 3 grandchildren. I am a family oriented...
Rosalee can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is a great mentor and lovely lady and I am grateful that I met her at my church. She gives so much love and care to others. She is helpful, understanding, and always shows compassion. Any family would be lucky to have her in their lives."
Dwayne M.
5.0
(4)
Thank you for considering me to help care for your children! My name is Eustacia; Growing up in a single parent household as an only child has always been my personal reasoning for providing childcare and assisting families. In my opinion, being a part of a child's village is one the most fulfilling acts of life. My childcare...
Eustacia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Eustacia to watch our 7 month old baby girl and she is wonderful! Our baby loves singing songs and playing with her. She is very attentive and gentle with our baby. We highly recommend Eustacia!"
Nicole D.
Laura W.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have finished 3 years of education on practical nursing in Finland and I am licensed there. I am very passionate about taking care of elderly and it brings me great joy to make someone's day better. As Previous work experiment, I worked 2+ years at a company called Palvelutaloyhdistys Koskenrinne ry in Kotka, Finland. They...
Laura can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Excellent companion/senior care caregiver.. honorable,reliable,trustworthy,highly knowledgeable,excellent work ethics, never late, always showed up with the most FRIENDLY WELCOMING SMILE.. a delight to have in ones household... my husband enjoyed his days with...
Stephanie S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dear family, I have over 15 years of experience working as a nanny. From newborns to teenagers.
A little about me, I'm originally from Costa Rica, and I moved in 14 years ago, I have an associate degree in Culinary arts. I'm blessed with a beautiful family, I'm a mother of two boy and girl. Here is where I understand the...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Ana has a lot experience with kids, she is responsible, fun, patient.
She is great at engaging with the kids, great cook!"
Vanessa B.
5.0
(2)
NY NJ. I'm very caring, Loving patient Experienced. I love making a difference in my Client's and families' lives. I take pride in all that I do. I have over 30 years of experience. Professional and personal references are updated. I have worked in many care levels for different diagnoses.
I was trained at CaringKind of NY for...
Mylene can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She's fantastic. Very lovely to be around. knowledgeable very kind. She's been with my family a very long time. Took care of my husband for over 11 years. The very best."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello I am a Filipino caregiver looking for a job. I have more than 9 years of experience, work with various cases such as dementia care, hospice care, and also work in an assisted living. I also provide transportation for errands and for patient needs.
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, devoted to one's job.
One...
Maria Glaiza can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Maria is a very reliable, honest, careful person in her work, she puts a lot of effort into doing what she is told to do very well, and mainly she is very patient with the people around us."
Yrma G.
Angelina D.
Little Falls, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elderly Caregiver Available To Care For Your Loved One
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Elder care takes a very special person and finding the perfect fit for your loved one is important to everyone involved. When your loved one is happy you become less stressed and more at ease knowing they are receiving excellent care, love and companionship while you are away. Overall I am a joyful, energetic, giving, patient,...
Angelina can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Awesome caregiver! We hired Angie full time to care for our 85 father year old Dad last June. He had chronic kidney disease, dementia and Parkinson's before passing on December 26. She is very compassionate and caring and was always available in an emergency....
Pam D.
5.0
(2)
As a personal companion for elderly individuals, I bring heartfelt compassion and valuable experience to my role. My journey in caregiving began with taking care of my own parents, which has instilled in me a deep understanding of the importance of providing top-notch care to those in need.
My caregiving experience encompasses...
Janis can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Janis was a caring and loving caregiver to my mom. She loved my mom as if she were her own mother. She helped my mom with everything and communicated with me often. Very safe driver, and a great cook too! I could not recommend her more highly."
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Totowa, NJ
Ncutukazi M.
5.0
Where do i start? Kazi was working for my bosses mother as an overnight health aide and was a true delight and right hand. So was extremely thoughtful and communicative. She never let a day go by where she didn't update on the current situation of the patient. Anyone who hires her is super, super...
- Adisa D.
Christine S.
5.0
Most dedicated hard working person I've met. Loyal. Trustworthy. Every quality one would want for employee she possesses. Personally and professionally.
- Erica M.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie helped our family by taking care of my mother after she came home from rehab and was bedridden. She is very knowlegable about caring for the elderly and has a warm and friendly demeanor. She was reliable and dependable when I needed someone the most during my mother's time with hospice....
- Nancy D.
Shela D.
5.0
Shela is extremely hardworking experienced kind & caring. Amy family would be lucky to have her join your team.
- Rayna P.
Meghan K.
5.0
My daughter needed some help with English at school. I messaged a few tutors in the area and Meghan was the first one to respond. She listened to our concerns and needs and provided helpful advice. She has helped my daughter and my daughter's confidence and grade has improved. We have found...
- Shahid B.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Totowa
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Totowa, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Totowa, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $22.50 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 Totowa?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Totowa, 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 Totowa 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 Totowa?
Most personal assistants in Totowa, 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 Totowa. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.