⚡ Quick Answer
Our caregivers are NJ-certified CHHAs employed as W-2 staff with workers’ comp, liability coverage, federal background checks, and ongoing training. Every caregiver is matched by personality, language, and experience to your loved one , and supervised by a licensed RN.
Caregiver Services in New Jersey
The caregiver who walks into your home becomes one of the most important people in your loved one’s life. At 24 HOUR Home Care NJ, we take that responsibility seriously. Every caregiver on our team is a New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) , background-checked, bonded, insured, and trained to provide compassionate, professional care under RN supervision.
We don’t just fill shifts , we match caregivers to clients based on medical needs, personality, language, cultural background, and interests. Because the right fit isn’t just about skills , it’s about connection.
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, our caregivers are W-2 employees covered by workers’ compensation and liability insurance and supervised by a licensed RN , required by NJ Department of Health for all licensed home care agencies.
What Our Caregivers Do
Personal Care (ADLs)
- Bathing and showering assistance
- Dressing and grooming
- Toileting and incontinence care
- Mobility and transfer support
- Feeding assistance
- Oral hygiene and skin care
Daily Living Support
- Meal planning and preparation
- Medication reminders
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Grocery shopping and errands
- Transportation to appointments
- Companionship and emotional support
Health Monitoring
- Vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature)
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Oxygen level checks
- Wound care observation
- Fall risk assessment
- Reporting changes to our RN
Specialized Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s support
- Post-surgical recovery assistance
- Parkinson’s and stroke care
- Diabetic care management
- Hospice companion support
- End-of-life comfort care
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, caregiver matching by personality, language, and experience is the single biggest factor in client satisfaction , more important than rate or scheduling flexibility.
Our Caregiver Standards
- NJ CHHA Certification , Every caregiver holds a valid New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide license
- Comprehensive background checks , Criminal history, sex offender registry, OIG exclusion list, and reference verification
- Bonded and insured , Full liability coverage for your protection
- Ongoing training , Annual in-service hours covering dementia care, fall prevention, infection control, and emergency response
- RN supervision , A registered nurse oversees every caregiver, conducts home visits, and adjusts care plans. Learn more →
- Personality matching , We consider temperament, hobbies, language, and cultural fit when placing caregivers
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, every caregiver on our team passes a federal background check, drug screening, reference verification, and 76-hour NJ-certified CHHA training before placement.
Care Models Available
Our caregivers work across every service model we offer:
- 24-Hour Care , Rotating shifts for round-the-clock coverage
- Live-In Care , One dedicated caregiver living in the home
- Overnight Care , Awake nighttime supervision
- Companion Care , Flexible hourly visits for socialization and support
- Respite Care , Temporary relief for family caregivers
We Serve All of New Jersey
- Union County
- Essex County
- Morris County
- Middlesex County
- Bergen County
- Somerset County
- Passaic County
- Hunterdon County
- Ocean County
- Monmouth County
- Mercer County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are your caregivers certified?
Yes. Every caregiver at 24 HOUR Home Care NJ is a New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), background-checked, bonded, insured, and supervised by a registered nurse.
How do you match caregivers to clients?
We consider medical needs, personality, interests, language, cultural background, and scheduling preferences. Our goal is a genuine connection, not just competent care.
What if I don’t like my assigned caregiver?
We understand that chemistry matters. If the match isn’t right, we’ll reassign a new caregiver promptly , no questions asked. Call (908) 912-6342 anytime.
Do caregivers work holidays and weekends?
Yes. We provide care 365 days a year, including all holidays, weekends, and overnight hours.
Can one caregiver handle both daytime and nighttime?
A live-in caregiver provides both day and night coverage with a sleep period. For continuous awake coverage, we assign two or more caregivers in rotating shifts (24-hour care).
Last clinically reviewed: · Sofia Elmer, RN, 24 Hour Home Care NJ
| Service Level | Best For | Hours | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Companion Care | Independent seniors needing social engagement & light help | 3+ hr/visit, no minimums | $40/hr |
| Personal Care | Bathing, dressing, mobility, ADLs | 3+ hr/visit | $40/hr |
| Dementia Care | Memory loss, sundowning, wandering risk | 4+ hr/visit | $40/hr |
| Live-In Care | Constant presence, sleep break overnight | 24 hr/day | $375/day |
| 24-Hour Care | Awake supervision, advanced needs | 3 rotating shifts | $40/hr |
| All services include RN supervision, NJ-certified CHHAs, and W-2 employed caregivers. Statewide NJ coverage. | |||
Questions? Call (908) 912-6342 , our care coordinators are available now.
Learn more from authoritative sources: caregiver.org, cdc.gov.
Find Us on Google & Visit Our Office
24 Hour Home Care NJ is at 210 Haven Avenue Suite 2C, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. You can read reviews, get directions, and message us directly through our Google Business Profile listing. According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, we currently maintain a 4.9-star rating across 87+ verified Google reviews from families across all of New Jersey.
Office: 210 Haven Avenue Suite 2C, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Phone: (908) 912-6342 (Sofia answers personally · 24/7 by phone)
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Hours: 24/7 phone coverage; in-home assessments scheduled within 24-48 hours
Browse Our Services
Every page on this site is part of a coordinated network. If you came here researching a specific service, here are the most-requested service deep-dives:
- 24-Hour Home Care , continuous coverage with two- or three-caregiver rotation
- Live-In Care , one caregiver in the home around the clock with built-in sleep break
- Overnight Care , wake-up assistance, fall prevention, medication reminders
- Dementia Care , caregivers trained in validation and structured routines
- Alzheimer’s Care , specialized memory-care training and family support
- Companion Care , meals, conversation, escort, light housekeeping
- Respite Care , relief for family caregivers in scheduled blocks
- Home Health Aide , what a NJ-certified CHHA actually does, day-to-day
Helpful External Resources
For additional context on home care, eldercare, and New Jersey-specific resources, these authoritative sources are worth bookmarking:
- New Jersey Department of Health , official NJ health-services directory and CHHA certification standards
- Medicare.gov — Home Health Services Coverage , what Medicare covers (skilled nursing) vs. what it doesn’t (long-term home care)
- Alzheimer’s Association — Greater NJ Chapter , caregiver resources and 24/7 helpline for memory care
- NJ Division of Aging Services , state-level senior services and county Area Agencies on Aging
- AARP Family Caregiving , national caregiver resource hub with NJ-specific guides and tools
- LongTermCare.gov , federal Administration for Community Living long-term-care planning portal
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| Configuration | Coverage pattern | Best for · discharge from nearest anchor hospital | Cost tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Companion / hourly | 3-12 hr/day · 3-7 days/week | Meal + medication + safety + errands | $-$$ |
| Overnight aide | 10-12 hr overnight (8pm-8am) | Parent alone at night · sundowning window | $$-$$$ |
| Live-in | One caregiver 24 hr with 8-hr sleep | Client sleeps through nights · spare bedroom | $$$ |
| 24-hour rotating | 2-3 caregivers rotate 8-12 hr shifts | Sundowning · wandering · 2-person transfers | $$$$ |
| Post-discharge rapid | Same-day from nearest anchor hospital | Immediate coverage after discharge · first-week rush | $$$$ week 1 |
| Respite | Weekend / week / vacation | Family caregiver rest · surgery recovery · travel | $-$$$ |
Six signs a New Jersey parent needs companion care
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, New Jersey families rarely call at the moment of diagnosis · they call once six specific signs stack together. When any two show up in the same week, Sofia recommends a private consultation:
- Meals slipping. Yogurt-for-dinner or nothing-since-lunch. Fridge has less food than last month.
- Mail piling up. Bills unopened. Prescriptions not picked up.
- Social withdrawal. The parent cancels routines they used to attend faithfully.
- Confusion about time of day. Odd-hour phone calls · mixing up morning and evening.
- Falls (even minor). A parent who dismisses a fall as “fine” is at higher risk for a big one within 90 days.
- The primary family contact is exhausted. The adult child in New Jersey or the spouse who has been checking in daily can no longer sustain the pace.
Companion-care hour configurations in a New Jersey home
Sofia builds companion care to fit the household · not the other way around. The most common configurations in New Jersey:
- Short daily visits (3-4 hr). Meal + medication reminders + safety check-ins. 3-5 days/week. Typical weekly cost $400-$800.
- Half-day companion (6 hr). Meal prep + errands + doctor appointments + light housekeeping. 3-5 days/week. Typical weekly cost $540-$1,200.
- Full-day companion (8-12 hr). Full-day presence covering meals, activities, personal care, safety. Typical weekly cost $1,120-$3,000.
- Overnight companion (10-12 hr nightly). Parent lives alone · nights are the risk window. Typical weekly cost $2,000-$3,000.
Sofia’s caregiver-matching process for New Jersey households
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, the difference between companion care that works and companion care that fails is the caregiver match. Sofia’s intake process spends 20 minutes on personality-fit before caregiver assignment · the first visit is framed as help with laundry, errands, or company · never as “a nurse.” Family meets and approves every caregiver BEFORE they enter the home. If the fit is wrong, Sofia proposes a different caregiver within 24 hours. No agency-pool rotation. Call (908) 912-6342 for a 20-minute conversation about your New Jersey household.
Frequently asked questions
How much does companion care cost in New Jersey?
Companion visits run roughly $30-$40 per hour. 3-4 hr visits · $400-$800/week. Half-day (6 hr) · $540-$1,200/week. Full-day (8-12 hr) · $1,120-$3,000/week. Sofia gives a specific estimate on the intake call at (908) 912-6342.
Will my parent accept a stranger?
Almost always, when the caregiver is introduced correctly. Sofia’s intake spends 20 minutes on personality-fit before caregiver assignment. First visit is framed as help with laundry, errands, or company · never “a nurse.”
What if the caregiver we meet is a bad fit?
Family meets and approves every caregiver BEFORE they enter the home. If the fit is wrong, Sofia proposes a different caregiver within 24 hours. No agency-pool rotation.
Do we have to commit to a set schedule?
No. Schedules can start at 3 hours/week or 40 hours/week and scale up or down without penalty. Sofia adjusts monthly as the household changes.
When does companion care escalate to 24-hour care?
When nighttime becomes the risk window · wandering, medication misses, falls in the dark. Companion escalates smoothly to overnight-only, then to full 24-hour. Sofia guides the transition when the signs appear.
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One page, plain English, no sales pitch — the questions to ask any NJ home care agency + what a real hourly rate range looks like across the 21 counties. Sofia RN made it for you.