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Opal M.


Totowa, NJ

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

NJ Licensed Registered Nurse

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Loving, patient, caring, compassionate Registered Nurse with many years experience caring for patients across the life span with varied medical diagnoses & conditions. I take pride in providing the highest quality care.
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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...

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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Hands On Help

Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...
5.0
"Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime"

Conny H.

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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
4.0
"Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she...

Brian J.

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Joanna F.


Montclair, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

PT CARETAKER/ASSISTANT AVAILABLE Mature, Reliable & Experienced From Infants Thru Teens

Joanna, mother of two grown kids, looking for a caretaking or errands position. I am 59, high energy, committed, hard-working and flexible with my schedule. I love babies, children of all ages and eager to take responsibility for yours and devote loads of attention and energy! I can attend to a strict schedule, maintain safety...
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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

James T.

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Marcel O.


Lodi, NJ

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Kind And Handy Assistant!

Hello, my name is Marcel and I live in NJ. I have been a farmer and a teacher for all subjects including music teacher/ Health Aid for more than 18 years. I have been a Health Aid/ babysitter for people with disabilities including kids, and adults of all ages including elderly patients. I enjoy helping and working with all age...
Marcel can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I highly recommend Marcel to anybody looking to hire him. He is one of the most talented, kind, compassionate and caring person I ever meet in my life. Please give him a chance to work with you and you won’t regret it. If I could give ten stars I would. He is the...

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Cerona V.


Pequannock, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

In-Home CARE-giving To Assist Families

-- I have 5 reviews under the "All" tab within the RECOMMENDATIONS section of this site. Can also provide references. -- Sometimes people need a little assistance while maintaining their independent living! I've been a professional in-home personal caregiver for over 10 years to a person with disabilities. I assist with...
Cerona can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"Cerona is a beautiful person! We couldn't have asked for a better person to assist with our father. She is kind, considerate, professional, reliable, flexible, patient, capable and a pleasure to have around. She is one in a million and we are very thankful to have...

Lori M.

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Adriana M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...

Nancy B.

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Pratibha D.


Belleville, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA, Mental Health Technician, RN

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, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"I'm writing this after being impressed with this care provider. Pratibha has been working with my family for a few months. I'm 100% satisfied with the level of care provided. At this time, Ms. P is helping care for my mother. Ms P has been very kind, patient, and...

Anthony T.

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Nikatwaya N.


Paterson, NJ

$24-30/hr4 yrs exp

Personal Care Aide

I have over 12 years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities and caring for the elderly. I cook, clean, and provide assistance with daily living skills. I am a very reliable, caring and patient person who takes pride in my work ethics.
Nikatwaya can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Nikki is wonderful My parents have nothing but positive things to say about her. She does her job very well and is extremely helpful and professional."

Darla S.

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Andrea F.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, respite care, hospice services, home modification & more
5.0
"I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend...

Amy E.

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Victoria K.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices. I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver, Willing To Do Overnights

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After years of Retail Management, I am pursuing my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible, family oriented adult. My caregiving experience began with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. I also cared for my father, who suffered from dementia, until he passed away at the age of 89. I...
Marc can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Marc is a very caring and compassionate person. He is very professional and provided assistance with showering, mobility, feeding, and companionship. Also assisted with errands and homecare. I highly recommend him."

Maria M.

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Leonila O.


Nutley, NJ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a medical knowledge background and well experienced in providing proficient and efficient health care with compassion, respect, and love. I enjoy working with senior citizens and people with disabilities, providing to them all the care they need covering all aspects of their life to keep them comfortable and safe like...
Leonila can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Wonderful addition to any family. Compassionate, kind, knowledgeable. She gave her all for my Mother and I wouldn't have been able to get my Mom back on her feet without her! Would highly recommend"

Stacy S.

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Julie W.


Allendale, NJ

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Seeking Someone To Care For

My name is Julie, and I live in Allendale. I am looking for a part time job as an elderly companion or nanny/babysitter. I can help with light housekeeping, food prep, food shopping, laundry, as well as companionship. I'm a single mother of 2. My oldest is a Sophomore in college, & my youngest is profoundly disabled. I'm the...
Julie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Julie developed a lovely relationship with my mother as she helped care for her. She went above and beyond with helping her manage her daily routine. We trusted her with all aspects of my Mother's day to day needs."

Suzanne L.

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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...
5.0
"Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation. Very dependable and a hard worker. Would be lucky to have him as a care giver "

Aimee S.

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Kim G.


Montclair, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over five years' experience in babysitting and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take babysitting...
5.0
"Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i know she is fantastic at what she does."

Nicole M.

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Jillene F.


Lodi, NJ

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.
Jillene can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short period of time that she cared for my dad I felt she became part of our family. I would highly, highly recommend...

Joanne I.

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Farisa K.


Bloomfield, NJ

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

My grandmother was a health care worker that worked with both adults and children with special needs. I become a substitute teacher and fell in love with teaching and nurturing children that have special needs. I discovered my passion for special education as a teachers assistant for children on the autism spectrum. Since then I...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Totowa, NJ

Sandra B.

5.0

It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can bath properly. I recommend her...

- Care member

Meriah J.

5.0

Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime

- Conny H.

Digna U.

4.0

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!

- Brian J.

Warren N.

5.0

Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again.

- James T.

Marcel O.

5.0

I highly recommend Marcel to anybody looking to hire him. He is one of the most talented, kind, compassionate and caring person I ever meet in my life. Please give him a chance to work with you and you won’t regret it. If I could give ten stars I would. He is the best great worker and a great human...

- Care member

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