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Respite care in Avenel, NJ
Mary Ann P.
Avenel, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Part Time All Around Caregiver / Babysitter / Special Needs Caretaker / Companion
I am the mother of a 25-year-old son who has Asperger's. I spent the better part of 20+ years taking my son to specialists, therapies, and social skills groups to help integrate him into society. In May 2017 I graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Social Services. I also am currently...
Ailce C.
Union, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate And Reliable Certified Home Health Aide With 5 Years Experience.
5.0
(2)
My main focus is to connect with patients and their families to be able to provide the highest quality of care. I have a valid NJ driving license, and a reliable vehicle - I can help with transportation services, errands, and respite care. I am CPR certified, and will monitor patients vitals and note any behavioral changes, or...
Ailce can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ailce is a wonderful and sweet person! She has helped care for my grandparents and has been nothing short of amazing and reliable! We can leave our grandparents with her knowing they are loved and cared for!"
Kay M.
Hello,
My name is Hope. I currently am a Respite Tech working with children and adolescents. I also am a clinical assistant. I have 4 years experience working in education and dealing with children with special needs. I also worked as a special education Teacher Assistant.
Nancy M.
Westfield, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Nancy and I have been a Respite Worker for several years. I enjoy helping children and adults with special needs in their home environment.
Each family is unique to me, and I enjoy the flexibility of being as creative as possible.
I have assisted in activities of daily living, reading, homework,
arts and crafts, and...
Hello,
I had previous experience working at a nursing home. I currently work in Respite Care. I have experience working with children with learning disabilities. I assist with eating, bathing, bathroom. In my previous experience in the nursing home I worked in recreation. I contributed to a loving and caring enviroment for the...
Hope Lydia can also help with: Respite care
Liana S.
Staten Island, NY
$21-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Liana. I am in college, and I am graduating with a degree in speech-language pathology this May. I am a respite worker for two boys who have autism spectrum disorder. I really enjoy helping them with their academics, taking them out into the community, and helping them with daily activities.
I am always...
Ami V.
Staten Island, NY
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been working with individuals with special needs for six years in home, school, and therapy settings, as well as in the community, and I am truly passionate about the work that I do. I've gained my experience working with individuals with special needs as an in-home respite worker, a community habilitation worker, a...
Sheralyn R.
Cranford, NJ
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm an experienced, former special education teacher, with many years of experience. I've worked with all ages and abilities. I'm patient, kind, fun, and reliable. I'm available for long term work or occasional respite work.
Hi! My name is Rita, and I am a compassionate caregiver with over seven years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to offering excellent service, holding certifications as a Home Health Aide, in CPR, First Aid, AED, and as a Direct Support Professional.
I...
Rita can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello,
My name is Nancy. I have been in the caregiver field for many years.
I have experience as a nanny and as a respite worker for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Before I began working in these jobs, I was an Occupational Therapy Assistant in skilled nursing facilities.
I have experience with seniors through...
Nancy can also help with: Dementia, respite care
Kouame G.
Sayreville, NJ
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Good Easy Going Caregiver Who Have The Passion To Help Other Perform Their ADLs
I'm a passion caregiver who love to care for Aged
I'd describe my personality as passionate, respectful and kind
I like caring for seniors because I aspire to be a nurse in the future and go beyond
I started caring for seniors when my grandparents needed a caregiver to take of them in there terminal illness
In my spare...
Kouame can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Rebecca S.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aide with over 18yrs experience. My duties are treating clients with dignity and quality care as if it was my love ones. I have experience in all types of care from total care or assisting, feeding tubes, hospice care, hoyerlift, respite, feeding, wound care, and etc;. I take pride and compassion in...
Shullina can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Stacy. I' m a kind, dedicated, efficient, trustworthy and honest elderly care giver/companion\ HHA. I have Alzheimer/ dementia/MS/ALS/ Parkinson's disease experience. I also deal with hospice and respite care. I have been in this field for the past 17 consecutive years . My first experience was providing excellent...
Stacy can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"Stacy was fully engaged in my husband’s care for over a year. She attended to all his needs and when asked to help with tasks outside of his direct care, she was willing. Stacy assisted with doctor visits as my husband was in a wheelchair and was helpful getting...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jennifer is a really caring and nice people person. She goes above and beyond for all those she cares for."
Kalima M.
Chaya K.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Provider- Focus On Engagement And Communication
I started volunteering with people with special needs as a freshman in high school. By the time I graduated high school, I was running a respite program that serviced 20 individuals with special needs. I continued running respite programs while also working in schools and in Medicaid Waiver funded residences. I was trained in...
I have provided engaging and attentive care to our beautiful Golden Years community. I can help with medication management, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands and transporting to and from appointments. I am also and advocate for respite and hospice care.
It is my belief we must value the experiences of our...
Jaleah can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Tricia F.
Staten Island, NY
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have lots of experience with both kids and adults. I have worked at PCCS and self directed cases doing Com Hab/Respite services. I have worked with all ages and am CPR certified.
I have dog experience as well. I have had dogs my whole life, I just recently got a puppy Lucy who will be 1 this April. I have dog sat my sisters...
Stephanie S.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Direct Care For Developmentally Disabled And Autism Community
I have over 7 years of experience working with adults and children who have Developmental Disabilities and adults and teens with Autism. I have worked in these settings - group homes with up to 12 persons, Day habilitations, and respite 1-on-1 (in-home services).
I have the following Skills
CPR, Medication Administration,...
I currently work as a Residential Habilitation Specialist for adults with special needs. I also have experience working as a direct support professional and respite worker for children and adults with special needs. I find the field of work fulfilling because I am able to assist them with reaching their maximum potential and...
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Recent respite care reviews in Avenel, NJ
Ailce C.
5.0
Ailce is a wonderful and sweet person! She has helped care for my grandparents and has been nothing short of amazing and reliable! We can leave our grandparents with her knowing they are loved and cared for!
- Kay M.
Stacy L.
5.0
Stacy is very caring, qualified and competent caregiver. She is very punctual, dependable and knowledgeable in taking care of patients going under rehabilitation at home. She is very pleasant person to communicate. Thank you very much, Stacy for your outstanding service.
I am grateful to Care.com...
- Care member
Jennifer E.
5.0
I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would come to our home as early in the morning as we needed her to so we could go to work with a...
- Caroll K.
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FAQs for finding respite care near you in Avenel, NJ
What does respite care mean near me in Avenel, NJ?
The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 1 respite care providers near you in Avenel, NJ carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.
How can I find respite care services near me in Avenel, NJ?
Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Avenel, NJ fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.
How much does respite care cost near me in Avenel, NJ?
The cost of respite care near you in Avenel, NJ can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Avenel, NJ is $15.00 per hour.
What types of respite care services are available near me in Avenel, NJ?
The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Avenel, NJ.
How can I safely hire respite care near me in Avenel, NJ?
To safely hire respite care near you in Avenel, NJ, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.