Home care services in Union County
Kind, dependable caregivers for live-in, hourly and overnight care, with help for dementia, Parkinson's and the first weeks after a hospital stay. Start with the schedule below, or call our Cranford office and we'll help you choose.
Our services
From a few hours a week to 24/7 care, we provide the support your loved one needs.
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Live-in home care
Lives in the home
A dedicated caregiver lives in your loved one's home, so someone is always there for comfort and peace of mind. A cost effective choice for families who need full time care.
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Hourly home care
A few hours a day
Care for the hours your loved one needs, with a schedule built around their routine. Many families start with five hours a day, five days a week, and adjust as needs change.
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24-hour home care
Around the clock
Awake caregivers are with your loved one around the clock, ready to help at any hour of the day or night. Complete coverage and total care, whenever it's needed.
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Overnight home care
Through the night
An awake caregiver stays through the night, ready to help your loved one whenever they need it. Your family can rest easy knowing someone is watching over them while the house sleeps.
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Care for the situation you're in
Tell us what your loved one needs help with, and we'll match both the care and the caregiver to them. If you're not sure which of these fits, call and we'll help you work it out.
Everyday help at home
For a parent who is mostly managing but needs a hand with the house, with bathing, or just some company through the day.
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Personal care
Help with bathing, dressing, grooming and the toilet, done the way your parent likes it and with their privacy respected.
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Companion care
Conversation, meals together, hobbies and outings, so your loved one isn't spending the days alone.
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Mobility care
A steady arm on the stairs and slopes of Union County houses, down to the curb for Paratransit, and through the exercises the physical therapist sets.
Memory loss and long-term conditions
For dementia, Parkinson's and other conditions that change what each day needs.
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Alzheimer's and dementia care
Steady routines and a familiar caregiver at home, working alongside your parent's doctors and memory care team.
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Parkinson's home care
Help with medication timing, freezing and safe transfers, following the plan your parent's neurologist sets.
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Specialized and complex care
One-on-one help at home for someone managing several conditions at once, such as a stroke, diabetes or recovery from surgery.
After a hospital stay or during a serious illness
For the first weeks home, and for comfort when an illness won't get better.
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Hospital-to-home care and recovery
Help through the first weeks home from the hospital or a rehab center, when medications have changed and recovery is fragile.
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Palliative and end-of-life care
Comfort and daily help during a serious illness, working alongside the hospice team, such as Union County's nonprofit Center for Hope in Scotch Plains.
More ways we help
A break for the family caregiver, help after a stroke, care for veterans and disabled adults, and other ways families set up care at home.
Looking for nursing or therapy at home? That's home health care, which a doctor orders. Read how home care and home health care differ.
Towns we serve from Cranford
Caregivers from our Cranford office care for families in every town below.
Why Union County families choose us
Our Union County office has its own local team, and families notice: caregivers from the area, and an office that answers quickly and takes the time to help.
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A local team, close to home
Gianni Mirra, RN, BSN, leads the office as Executive Director. Registered nurses supervise every caregiver and write every care plan, at or above what the state requires.
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Someone answers, day or night
Whenever you need us, day or night and on holidays too, you'll reach a real person who can help, 365 days a year. Our office responds quickly, and you'll never feel like just another number.
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The right caregiver, or a quick change
We match each caregiver to your loved one's needs and personality. If the fit isn't right, tell us and we'll make a change quickly, without a gap in care.
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Trained for Alzheimer's and dementia
Our caregivers are trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care and keep learning new memory care techniques, so your loved one is in patient, capable hands.
What families are saying
I would definitely recommend Always Responsive Home Care, Union County NJ!!!! My dad was in a very bad state, both physically and mentally, after my mom passed away. Dad was in the hospital for weeks and then at the rehab center for more weeks. We hired Always Responsive Home Care to send a caregiver to stay with dad every day at the rehab center as a companion and care giver while my sister and I were at work. The owners Frank and Gianni were wonderful. They arranged care for my dad within a day and even came to visit dad themselves several times, bringing him treats and keeping dad company. The caregiver Enoch was so great with dad. He chatted with him throughout the day, helped him in and out of bed and the bathroom, helped him with his meals, and made sure that my dad had anything he needed. We really appreciate everything that Always Responsive Home Care did for Dad. You will not go wrong hiring this team for your loved one.
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Questions about home care services
Still have a question? Call or text us. Someone is here to talk, any time of day.
(908) 691-3660Click or tap a question to see the answer.
What services do your caregivers provide?
Our caregivers help with everything your loved one needs to live safely and comfortably at home. This includes personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and help moving around the house safely. They also assist with everyday tasks like meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, and rides to appointments. Just as important, they provide friendly companionship, conversation, and medication reminders to help your loved one stay on track. Whether you need companion care, personal care, respite care for a family caregiver, or overnight and 24 hour care, we'll build a care plan around your loved one's routine.
Can a caregiver help with bathing, dressing, and using the bathroom?
Yes. Our caregivers are trained to help with personal care, including bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting. They always treat your loved one with patience, dignity, and respect, and follow their preferences and routines so they feel comfortable and in control. Personal care is one of the most common reasons families reach out to us, and it can make a big difference in keeping your loved one safe at home.
Do your caregivers drive clients to appointments and errands?
Yes. Our caregivers can drive your loved one to doctor's appointments, the pharmacy, the grocery store, the salon, church, or a visit with friends. They stay with your loved one the whole time, so they're never left waiting alone or struggling to get in and out of the car. If the caregiver uses their own vehicle, mileage is billed at the standard federal (IRS) mileage rate. Caregivers can also drive your loved one's car, and we simply make sure every vehicle used is properly insured.
Do you provide overnight or 24 hour care?
Yes, we provide both. Overnight care gives your loved one an awake caregiver through the night to help with bathroom trips, prevent falls, and offer reassurance if they wake up confused or anxious. It also lets the rest of the family finally get a good night's sleep. For loved ones who need support around the clock, our 24 hour care is provided in shifts, so there's always a caregiver who is alert, rested, and ready to help.
Do you care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia?
Yes, dementia care is one of our specialties. Every caregiver receives Alzheimer's and dementia training when they join us, along with ongoing training throughout the year. They know how to gently guide your loved one through daily routines, ease confusion and anxiety, and keep them safe at home, all with patience and compassion. We also take the time to learn your loved one's history, interests, and favorite things so we can create moments of comfort and connection every day.
Can a caregiver give medications?
Our caregivers can't administer medications, but they can provide medication reminders to help your loved one take the right medicine at the right time. Every situation is different, so our team will talk with you about safe options for managing your loved one's medications and help you find the approach that works best for your family.
Let's talk about care for your family
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