Companion Care for Seniors in National Park, NJ
Conversation, outings, meals together and a steady, friendly presence for an older adult who lives alone or spends long days by themselves. Post what you need in National Park for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Companion Care in National Park, NJ: the local picture
About 111 residents of National Park aged 65 or older live alone, 24% of older residents in households (24% in Gloucester County). They are the people companion care is usually for: mostly independent, but on their own for long stretches of the day.
2.8% of National Park households have no vehicle (5.2% in Gloucester County). A companion who drives can turn a week at home into appointments, shopping and visits.
Of the 460 National Park residents aged 65 or older, 34 are 85 or older (7.4%). Before the first visit with someone in that oldest group, ask the family about hearing, eyesight, walking and any memory changes, so the visit is planned around them.
222 National Park households headed by someone 65 or older own their home and 43 rent. A companion visiting a house may also help with mail, light chores and keeping an eye on things; in an apartment building, ask whether visitors sign in.
About 77 older National Park residents (17%) live below the poverty line (7.5% in Gloucester County). For them, Medicaid home and community-based services or the local Area Agency on Aging may cover some companion or homemaker hours, depending on the state program; private pay is not the only route.
About 7.0% of National Park residents aged 5 and over speak a language other than English at home. The most common are Spanish (136), other Indo-European languages (37), other Asian and Pacific Island languages (19). If the person you care for is more at ease in one of these languages, say so in your posting; many caregivers list the languages they speak.
National Park compared with Gloucester County and New Jersey
| Census figure | National Park | Gloucester County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 24% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 7.0% | 10% | 33% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.8% | 5.2% | 11% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 7.5% | 9.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 32% | 30% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,911 | $69,384 | — |
Older residents in towns around National Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbury, NJ | 2.7 mi | 2,049 | 45% |
| Westville, NJ | 2.9 mi | 671 | 21% |
| Paulsboro, NJ | 3.4 mi | 954 | 33% |
| Gloucester City, NJ | 4.0 mi | 1,539 | 24% |
| Woodbury Heights, NJ | 4.2 mi | 602 | 12% |
| Oak Valley, NJ | 4.5 mi | 509 | 19% |
Hospitals near National Park (for rides to appointments)
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Catholic Medical Center- Mercy Fitzgerald | Darby, PA | 5.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (215) 237-4000 |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | Philadelphia, PA | 5.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (215) 955-6000 |
| Pennsylvania Hospital | Philadelphia, PA | 5.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (215) 829-3000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of National Park. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a companion caregiver can help with
- Conversation, cards, puzzles and shared hobbies
- Walks and outings to the park, library or senior center
- Company at meals, and help preparing them
- Rides or escort to appointments, church and visits
What companion care costs in National Park
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,576 monthly median income of National Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a companion caregiver
Isolation is a health risk, not only a mood. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine found that nearly one in four Americans aged 65 and older living in the community is socially isolated, and linked isolation to higher risks of dementia, heart disease and early death (2020 report).
Questions worth asking: What do you enjoy doing with the people you care for? Are you comfortable driving, and is your car insured for passengers? How do you handle a client who does not want company at first? More in our companion care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Companion Care in National Park: common questions
How many seniors live alone in National Park?
About 111 residents aged 65 or older, 24% of older residents in households (Census ACS 2020–2024) (24% in Gloucester County).
How much does companion care cost in National Park?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,576 monthly median income of National Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What does a companion caregiver do in National Park?
A companion keeps an older adult company and helps around the visit: conversation, activities, walks, meals, errands, rides and reminders. It suits someone who is mostly independent but lonely, or a family that wants someone to check in on weekdays.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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