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Find senior care providers in Colonia, NJ that you’ll love

60 senior care providers are listed in Colonia, NJ

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 3 years

Senior care providers in Colonia, NJ

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Adrian A.


Colonia, NJ

$50/hr7 yrs exp

Professionally Trained Specializing In Dementia

5.0

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Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Deliver heartfelt care and insightful support that nurtures the spiritual, mental, and emotional wellbeing of individuals and families facing life's transitions during their golden years
Adrian can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Adrian served on a panel for an advance care planning webinar for the Quality Institute's Conversation of Your Life program. Her knowledge and expertise in being an end-of-life doula really came through during her presentation. Her ability to convey vital...

Dapa W.

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Petal M.


Colonia, NJ

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

"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: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands & 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.

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Elizabeth A.


Colonia, NJ

$20-23/hr3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

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: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & 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

I'd describe my personality as caring , trustworthy and kind I like caring for seniors because it gives me purpose and connection . I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing , connecting with others , and caring for others In my spare time, I like to craft and spend time with my kids and family . My skills include meal...
Lindsey can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Dawn C.


Colonia, NJ

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a very caring person. Very sweet love to take care of others I work in a restaurant full time and walk dogs part time. I love to assist and cater to older people
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, companionship
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Jacqueline L.


Piscataway, NJ

$18-37/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Elderly

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!"

Lauren W.

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Ama D.


Sayreville, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I am a reliable, empathetic, and trustworthy aide. I am available if you need a compassionate caregiver to care for your loved one. I have experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia and patients from rehab. I offer personal care, activities of daily living and housekeeping, medication monitoring, transportation. Can accommodate...
Ama can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ama is the best aide I have ever had. My mom loved her and felt so safe with her. She was knowledgeable and was able to adapt to any situation we gave her as my mom was failing. Anyone would be lucky to have her. We will miss her terribly."

Gail P.

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Donette B.


Union, NJ

$32/hr10 yrs exp

I First Started Taking Care Of My Mom And Dad .

I enjoyed the company of being around elderly people. I was the caregiver for my parents for over 10 years. Since then I have the love for elderly people.
Donette can also help with: Personal care
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Exceptionally great with caring for others my kids were always clean and fed, they just love her so much . Just a wonderful selfless person , never knew that I could have found someone so good to care for my kids as well as I do."

Tina L.

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Ama M.


Sayreville, NJ

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for 15 years, I took care of my grandparent for so many years until God called them home. so I love taking of the elderly and people with less privilege. I do housekeeping; laundry, dishes, and etc, meal and medicine preparation, bathing (both bed and bathroom), feeding (both mouth and tube), assisting...
Ama can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is such a kind & caring person. I would highly recommend her as a caretaker. "

Care member

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Michelle S.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aide

Private Home Health Aide Maintained patient records, care conditions, progress and problems in order to report and discuss observations with a Medical Physician and family. Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, household supplies and running errands. Accompanying clients to Doctors offices and on other trips...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia
5.0
"Michelle is caring, professional, and cheerful. She is attentive to my Mother's needs and adapts to changing situations. My mom looks forward to being with her. In addition, Michelle manages a range of responsibilities well - meals, keeping the house clean, laundry...

Janet G.

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Lisa M.


South Amboy, NJ

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing Good Hygiene & Good Conversation

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: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
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

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Ana D.


South Plainfield, NJ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE

My name is Ana CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE. I am a mother of three children two of them are already in the university very respectful and responsible I have experience with adults and to take care of my mother with dementia for several years with a lot of passion. I am also a professional cosmetologist. I have my own car if you...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is the best. She works hard and effectively. If you need a family member to be taken care of, she is the person that I would hire for this job."

Leslie D.

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Thelumusa Z.


Carteret, NJ

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years experience, taking care of clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, heart condition and Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's disease. Previously, I worked as a chef for 3 years. I am very active, clean, and love to exercise. I have a great sense of humor which is one of the reasons why I love working with elderly people, I...
Thelumusa can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Musa was very helpful taking care of my husband (Alzheimer's Disease) with everyday showering/shaving and other daily chores that I was not able to do."

Patricia G.

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Nicole S.


Woodbridge, NJ

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Nicole. I have experience looking after elderly people. Helping with shopping, getting ready, bathing, cleaning and meal prep. I do not have any certifications, I am CRP certified. I am COVID vaccinated & am willing to wear a mask if needed. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
5.0
"If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Greatest caregiver. Always on time. Always around when needed. Would recommend Nicole to anyone."

Arleen M.

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Pamela E.


Newark, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified patient care technician/home health aide with more than 2 1/2 yrs of employment experience with excellent communications skills, providing exceptional in-home care and support to clients with a range of illnesses and other challenges. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to light housekeeping,...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pamela was an amazing caregiver and companion for my elderly father! I can not recommend her highly enough. I knew right away when I spoke with her that she was responsible, reliable and empathetic. What I didn't know was how willing she was to be flexible and...

Alicia B.

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Kristina P.


Middlesex, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am Kristina, 44 years old. I have 10+ year caregiver/companion experience and great references. I have a Registered Nurse diploma (issued bu Republic of Georgia) and I got all my nursing credits done in USA. I used to be working at hospital for 5 years as a caregiver and EKG tech. I have my own transportation, I can help you...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kristina supported my mother-in-law who has suffered from a stroke and had decreased mobility. She is very knowledgeable with physical therapy transfer techniques and overall care for seniors. She helped my mother-in-law with personal hygiene, meal preparations,...

Beth K.

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Stephanie D.


South Amboy, NJ

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Companionship Partner

I am currently 22 years of age and enjoy working with families that come from all walks of life. I believe even the elderly deserve companionship and a person who they can call at any hour of the day. I truly like to invest my all into my work and feel very comfortable saying that the bonds that I have created with various...
Stephanie can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, transportation
5.0
"Steph was great. Me and my mother both were in a car accident in 2016. Steph was more then helpful anything we needed done she always was one step ahead .From taking us to appointments to helping us exercise or even simply being there to chat when the days were low...

Reeti P.

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Pauline B.


Elizabeth, NJ

$21-23/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Availability

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: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"

Enid R.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I will build relationships and help you to improve the quality of life. My goal will be to help you enjoy life. Help with meal prep, social interactions and light housekeeping.
Rilma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"I met Rilma first time and she such a sweet and hardworking person. She did full cleaning of my big house. Very good job. Definitely recommend her. And will see her next month again."

Yelena K.

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Nestan E.


Middlesex, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Nestan, I am originally from Republic of Georgia. I am a senior home care provider, I have 10 year experience which involved taking care of 3 families. I really enjoy my work and be happy to provide references upon request.
Nestan can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Nestan is an exceptional and wonderful caregiver and I would highly recommend her. She cared for my 90 year old dad, who had a stroke and limited mobility. Nestan always went the extra mile with him, beyond what we asked of her. She did everything for him, from...

Mary G.

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Recent senior care reviews in Colonia, NJ

Adrian A.

5.0

Adrian provides the best services for my elderly Aunt. She goes above and beyond what our family needs. Since my Aunt has Dementia it can be hard to find someone who can understand and anticipate her needs, Adrian is a pro at knowing exactly how to stimulate my Aunt's mind while providing a loving...

- Shani B.

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.

Elizabeth A.

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

Jacqueline L.

5.0

My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!

- Lauren W.

Ama D.

5.0

Ama is the best aide I have ever had. My mom loved her and felt so safe with her. She was knowledgeable and was able to adapt to any situation we gave her as my mom was failing. Anyone would be lucky to have her. We will miss her terribly.

- Gail P.

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Ratings for Colonia, NJ senior care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Senior Care Providers in Colonia, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed senior care providers.