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60 therapy dogs are listed in Avenel, NJ
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Avenel, NJ
5.0
(1)
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...
Cathi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her."
Dawn V.
4.4
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lily, I'm from Brazil. I offer a service with more than 8 years of residential experience on a regular weekly and biweekly basis. I have a valid drive license. I am a trained worker with a lot of experience in cleaning and organizing. My service is fast, efficient, flexible and affordable. It is designed to meet your...
Liliam can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Lily is a part of our family now after helping me clean and organize my house. She's been with my family now for close to 5 years. She has brought structure to my life especially during my busy time of year. You won't be disappointed."
Vivian R.
5.0
(3)
I love animals I am good at what I do , I am kind , caring and very reliable . Many years ago I had my own business but it just got too busy because I work a full time job in the medical field . If I can help in any way please don't hesitate to ask . I also am a licensed security guard in New York so I am background checked and...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Very reliable and dependable. Animal lover! Would highly recommend!"
Lisa B.
Abgail C.
Colonia, NJ
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have the same schedule for 18 years. Total experience in cleaning houses. Good in bathrooms, kitchen.
Services offered in deep cleaning
- Bedrooms: I Change and make the beds, dust, remove cobwebs, Clean ceiling fans, I clean the baseboards, vacuum carpets and wipe floors.
Bathrooms: I remove dust, scrub bathtubs, toilets,...
Abgail can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Abgail is the best worker I've ever hired. Abgail always brings another lady with her, her name is Olivia and they are spectacular. I've never seen my home so clean. I'm very happy with their service and I'll keep on scheduling my home to be cleaned with them."
Fabiana P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential.
I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents become more independent with their ADL's through standing and strengthening activities. I also have...
Nancy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Adrian A.
Colonia, NJ
$50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professionally Trained Companion Who Specializes In Dementia And Other Cognitive Impairments
5.0
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am a companion with over five years of experience. I promote the aging years as a sacred, beautiful, honorable stage of life by providing comfort to the aging population in a non-judgmental, loving manner. I am creative in finding ways to keep my clients actively engaged and mentally and cognitively stimulated. The...
Adrian can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and empathetic person by nature and this makes me love my job as a caregiver. I have been a caregiver almost my adult life. It started when I chose to take care of my sick granddad. During my teenage years I will walk to my grandpa's house to help grandma provide him with activities of daily living. It was a...
Atlanta can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Atlanta provided excellent care to my 93 year old Mother. Atlanta is a caring, generous, careful, attentive, reliable caregiver. We recommend her without any reservations!"
Chip H.
5.0
(1)
I am a dedicated and caring worker who has been taking care of young children and elderly individuals since 2016.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing a warm and welcoming care environment
2. Listening to a patient's needs, wants, and other suggestions about their care
3. Attending to patient's hygienic needs such as bathing,...
Ranjanie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"She is very responsible and a great person."
Renuka K.
5.0
(2)
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....
5.0
"Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my special needs dog who is very shy and only likes a few people."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic young 23-year-old individual.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
Angela D.
Linden, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over10 years of experience as a certified patient care provider. I can help with Transportation Services if necessary. I have worked with patients with disabilities , cancer alzhiemers and Dementia. I am compassionate, patient and a non smoker. I will communicate with both patient and family. I have worked in kosher homes...
Angela can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher during the school year but during summers, evenings and some weekends, I tutor in a variety of subjects. Elementary, middle school and ESL. Adult ed. I have many pets of my own and being oriented towards science, not too many pets phase me.
I am willing to do odd jobs and help for a few hours with short term...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004.
I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.
Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots).
I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....
Susan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even got me a back up when she is not available. I would recommend her."
Mike L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people as far back as I can remember. It started as a pre-teen taking care of children. Now, as an adult with adult children, I started helping out with my grand parents. I'm a Certified Home Health Aide now and I'm able to extend my love and services to other families that don't have the assistance at...
Yolanda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Yolanda was an awesome help to my mother while I went on vacation. She made my mother feel very comfortable. Yolanda was caring, polite, and punctual! I'd definitely recommend her and will certainly reach out to her in the future!"
Michelle A.
Uchechukwu O.
Rahway, NJ
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Exceptional Caregiver. Positive Role Model. Big Sister Figure.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Uchechukwu- a highly skilled, educated (M. Ed.) and passionate Governess and Nanny with admirable attributes, professional work ethic and outstanding references. I have spent over 15 years providing a laundry list of families with quality childcare services that suit their lifestyles, needs and preferences. This...
Uchechukwu can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Uchechukwu joined our family in September 2020 to care for our two daughters (3 and 5), along with two other children from another family (in a learning pod). Due to COVID, it was unconventional, but Uchechukwu was able to jump right in and meet the needs of both...
Ashleigh K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as an excellent role model to my young child. My daughter always looked forward to her time with Cami and are...
Rubina S.
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Julie H.
Fords, NJ
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I'm a positive and reliable, patient person. I like to watch and take a good care of the old people, to make there life easy with love and caring
Julie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."
Diane D.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Rosalía, I'm Brazilian,
I'm a friendly, lovely , flexible person.
I like clean houses , I love my work.
I need complete my schedule. I need more jobs .
I stared in cleaning houses in 2003 .
In my spare time, I like to cleaning my house, and spend time with my childrens.
One thing you should know about me...
5.0
"Rosalia is THE BEST. Honest, hardworking, the epitome of the American Dream cause she earns it. And she does it because she is a good person and she likes helping others. All this is external of her cleaning skills which are meticulous. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"
Lucy S.
5.0
(1)
In the past my experience has be very broad and providing services in area such
dementia patience
catheter
stroke
bedridden patience
psychological changes
hospice care
positioning transfers and ambulation
hydraulic lift
personal care skills {adls}
medications remined
client with disabilities
Vida can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Vida was an AMAZING aide to my father when he was ill. After awhile he trusted only her to care for him & know what he needed even more than himself, or any other family member. She performed her duties so well & with such care that our family actually thought of...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Avenel, NJ
Cathi A.
5.0
Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her.
- Dawn V.
Liliam C.
5.0
She is a very honest and detailed professional. She left my house sparkiling. She is the best! 😊
- Care member
Anna S.
5.0
Very reliable and dependable. Animal lover! Would highly recommend!
- Lisa B.
Abgail C.
5.0
Abgail is very nice, professional and hardworking. She is always on time and cleans very well. She is very independent and uses her discretion. She is a very nice person.
- Jose S.
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.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Avenel, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Avenel, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Avenel, NJ, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Avenel, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Avenel, NJ is $18.33 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Avenel, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Avenel, NJ. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Avenel, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Avenel, NJ, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in Avenel, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Avenel, NJ, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.