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Jessica D.

Energetic And Motivated Sitter

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...
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Jessica D.

Energetic Babysitter - Part Time

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...

Patricia M. says "Jessica was so great with our 5 year old son and you could tell she had years of experience with kids! She came prepared with games and fun activities...

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Alexandra P.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$10/hr
If your family member, friend, or loved one enjoys their independence, but is struggling with everyday activities, I can help. Care services include light meal preparation, everyday house chores, running errands, and of course, companionship. I am an empathetic, caring, and responsible young adult who can bring a bright ray of...
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Brigid C.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Brigid, and I'm a senior at Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung. I have over six years of babysitting experience and have also worked as a camp counselor at multiple camps, including sleep-away programs. Additionally, I'm CPR/AED certified and have experience as a lifeguard. I'm comfortable working with up to...
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Judy C.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
boarding
I have been caring for pets for 27 years. I am certified: Reiki, Holistic care, Homeopathic remedies, Essential Oils, Alternate remedies, Food Nutrition & Skin Aesthetician. I own an online website for top grooming Cosmetics in the world IV SAN BERNARD I do pet sitting, Doggie Daycare VIsits, overnight at your house or mine,...

Care Member says "Judy helped me with two dog rescues. She is caring and kind to both people and dogs! Judy did a great job matching me with the most amazing furry...

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Suzanne S.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a certified special education teacher and a school counselor. Empty nesters so looking to keep busy after work. I can help out homework assignments, time management. Organization skills and overall babysitting and child care services for after school, evenings, weekend date nights or wiling to consider over nights.
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Tendayi M.

Certified Home Health Aide Seeking Part-time Companionship,light House Keeping And Meal Preparation

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
Cared for seniors in residential care homes, mental health institution and hospital facilities, as a part-time support worker. Shared joint responsibility (along with sister)for the care of chronic renal failure parent. Maintained composure in uncertain situations and worked well as part of a team to provide compassionate...
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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home. 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...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Katherine B.

Child Care Provider

South Bound Brook, NJ

3.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
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Lauren B.

Personal Details

Garwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
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....

Care Member says "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...

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Helenanne L.

Part Time Or Full Time Senior Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
visiting physician
dementia
I am a 50 year old mother of one. I have more than 10 years experience in child care and also enjoy caring for the elderly. I cared for my 71 year old mother through stage 4 lung cancer. I made sure she took her medications and ate nutritious meals which I prepared for her. I bathed her, did all her laundry and took her to her...

Austin M. says "Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and we no longer...

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Liliam C.

Lily

Roselle, NJ

4.4(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
basement cleaning
dusting
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "She is a very honest and detailed professional. She left my house sparkiling. She is the best! 😊"

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Emeline P.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi everyone. I have been professionally providing cleaning services for almost 2years - at a very young age my mom taught me being clean and keeping the house tidy is very important. Looking forward to helping families feel relaxed in a clean home!
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Mackenzie L.

Bernardsville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Bucknell University with a BA in Psychology. I plan to eventually attend graduate school to get my masters to practice therapy, but until then I am looking for a job for the year as a nanny. I grew up with two younger sisters, have experience with babysitting and working with kids in a school setting...

Kolina U. says "I have known Mackenzie for many years and she it truly an exceptional young woman. She is an incredibly responsible and kind person who cares deeply for...

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Mzia I.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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Aroune E.

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Iam a very reliable person and compassionate woman. im very acquired over 19 years of abundance experience in this industry of hospice and home care I travel from nj assisting and caring for my patients. I provide care for those that suffer from dementia alzheimer's and cancer even hospice patients who need someone to sit with...

Care Member says "This women working with these elderly people I’ve seen such amazing things this women loved thee elderly’s like they’re her grandparents . One of...

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Ali H.

Part Time Caregiver

Martinsville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am a energetic organized and loving individual to finds caring for children a passion. I have experience working with children ages 0 to 12 in many different capacities. For starters I have experience working as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral services for children on the autism spectrum as well...

Amy D. says "Ali is a true gem. She is a sweet, kind, responsible young woman who genuinely enjoys being around kids. My children ADORE her, as do I. Simply put, she...

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Barbara N.

Personal Assistant

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...

Care Member says "Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very kind and...

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Mirlene N.

Mirlene Cleaning Services

Chatham, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dusting
basement cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I LOVE TO CLEAN! I am a house cleaner with over 15 years of experience in hotels, houses, mansions and apartments with high cleaning standards. Responsible, honest, punctual, and detail oriented are some of my qualities. The opportunity to take care of your home keeping everything in the right place and leaving it with a...

Karen W. says "Did a great job! Honest, kind and very good at cleaning ! I recommend her !"

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Michelle B.

Raised Four Of My Own!

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Oak Street Elementary School, Basking Ridge, NJ September 2007 Present A Food Service Kitchen Supervisor Serve 300+ children daily Assure all children have meals Knowledge of children with allergies or special needs Manage financial responsibilities and inventory F Family, Millington NJ. I worked...

Courtney F. says "Michelle has babysat my infant from when he was born till now. He is 7 months and we still use her multiple times a month. She is great with him, plays...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Berkeley Heights, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Berkeley Heights, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Jessica D.

Jessica was so great with our 5 year old son and you could tell she had years of experience with kids! She came prepared with games and fun...

- Patricia M.

Judy C.

Judy helped me with two dog rescues. She is caring and kind to both people and dogs! Judy did a great job matching me with the most...

- Care member

Nancy M.

Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids...

- Whitney F.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Berkeley Heights, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Berkeley Heights, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Berkeley Heights, NJ is $15.00 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Berkeley Heights, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Berkeley Heights, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Berkeley Heights, 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.

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