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60 therapy dogs are listed in Byfield, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Byfield, MA
Hi! I'm Haley, I'm 22 years old studying occupational therapy in grad school. My friends would describe me as fun, down to earth, and bubbly. I love games and crafts, so your children will never be bored with me! I have about 5 years of babysitting and daycare experience and 4 years of tutoring experience. I am also CPR...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had extensive experience caring for children ages 5 months to 11 years in a variety of settings. These include babysitting, homework helper, assistant dance teacher for beginning dancers, and assistant teacher for a first-grade classroom. I have also worked in after-school programs including homework club, self lead...
Tea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tea arrived right on time today and my toddler who is usually very guarded and hesitant with strangers connected with her immediately. She usually clings to me but she took to Tea right away. They interacted for hours without any TV time or need for my assist and...
Bridget N.
5.0
(1)
I offer pet care and pet sitting in my home or yours. My services include pet daycare, pet overnight, and dog walking. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I have also fostered. My home provides a large yard enclosed with a 6 foot fence, and the option of using a private room for cats with a cat...
Marie can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed....
Nathan D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I am a well experienced caretaker, I done mind running errands, taking you shopping or anything you might need, My main care taking back ground is with dementia and Alzheimer patients. I love to help and I'm very patient. Please reach out so we can chat. I also have experience with neuropathy and helping with...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her."
Paul W.
5.0
(3)
I have over 15 years of varied experience working with elders. My experience includes working as a special programs case manager and assessing elders needs in their homes and hospital settings. In addition I have a degree in human services and a minor in counseling. I have earned a certificate as a professional organizer and...
Marie can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Marie is an outstanding caregiver. Personally, she is patient, compassionate, respectful, reliable, has excellent interpersonal skills and is a wonderful communicator. Her empathetic personality is encouraging and positive. She has effective time management skills...
Janice D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Emily and I am a certified K-6 Elementary School educator. I received my undergraduate degree from Endicott College in 2018 and obtained my masters of education from Boston University in 2020. I presently am a passionate educator working as a 4th grade teacher in Reading, MA. Given my years of in classroom...
5.0
"We were looking for help with daughter after schools closed because of the pandemic. Emily was exactly what we were looking for and more! She is kind, professional, punctual and makes learning fun. Our daughter counts down the days to her visits!"
Alissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed social worker and have been in the field for 8+ years! I have worked in a range of settings, clinical, recreational and in community based family therapy. I primarily love working with youth and families and supporting the family dynamic. I love being outdoors and exploring the creativity and imaginations of...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been great working at my summer camp. She is great with kids."
Greg B.
Ty R.
Merrimac, MA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ty! I am a certified infant, toddler, preschool and Pre - K teacher. I have experience with school age children, 5-12-year-olds as well. I am also the oldest out of all my siblings and cousins and helped raise them. I have about 8 years of professional experience in the child care field. I have experience with ABA...
Ty can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ty has been our Nanny since early Sept 2020, and she's helped us immensely. We have a 6yo and 4yo and she's great with both of them. We are homeschooling our 6yo and Ty has really taken the lead with the curriculum and makes it fun for our daughter. She is...
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Pamela D.
Topsfield, MA
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 25 years of experience with children. I have three grown children daughter graduated assumption 2020 and my twins just graduating Clarkson university 2022 with Honors in engineering management and dual degree global supply chain as well as 2nd lieutenants in the us army. I've worked for 25 years as occupational therapy...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my toddler son for 1.5 years. She is amazing, energetic, caring and reliable. My son loved every minute with her. They were always busy on adventures to the library, hikes, parks, etc but she also got down on the floor and played...
Kim K.
Catherine R.
Amesbury, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Upbeat, Reliable, Collaborative, Engaging, Creative, Mature, Dedicated Nanny With Great Experience.
5.0
(1)
I'm a mature, experienced nanny who is professional, collaborative, educationally minded, conscious of the ages and stages of childhood development.
I have a lot of great experience as a nanny with infants, toddlers and older children. I can share some terrific references.
I also have had a long history of working in human...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is great with kids. Very gentle and compassionate and approaches care with such grace! "
Marie M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelor of Science Degree and I have worked in health care for over 25 years, currently as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. I have provided care for individuals including assisting them with daily activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, bathing and dressing, and companionship. This...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa has helped me tremendously for the past 6 months in my healing journeys, including laundry, shopping, showering, house cleaning, grocery shopping, doctor appointments etc. I found Lisa to be dependable, energetic, flexible, trustworthy, kind and thoughtful....
Betsy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samnell I am a 25-year-old educational nanny for toddlers age 2. 5-4 ! I am looking to bring my services to MA in March ! I have been working with children for 10 years now through centers (recently was an infant teacher at Primrose School of East Cobb), nannying, and public school systems (through my vocational...
Samnell can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Samnell is amazing! She has so much energy and the kids really enjoyed spending time with her!"
Floris P.
I currently live here in Amesbury with my husband, 3 teenage sons and 2 dogs. I have worked with the Senior population for about 20 years in different settings and truly have enjoyed it. I've worked as a homemaker providing light cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and running errands. I've also worked as a Physical Therapy...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, respite care
I am a 35-
year-old professional with a B. S. in Psychology and went back to school to become an occupational therapy assistant. I have always loved animals since I was young. I have had cats my entire life and two dogs. I have pet-sat for people that have cats and or dogs who need some attention while their owners are away for...
Cyrilla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Cassie. I am 28 years old and have been working with kids my whole life!
I went to SNHU to study Early childhood Development!
1. 4 years as Lead Toddle/Preschool Teacher at Bright Horizons
2. 2 ears (current full time job) ABA Therapy
Very energetic and love outdoors.
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Lauren F.
Haverhill, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 33-year-old female currently living in western NH. I have a bachelors degree in Art therapy and psychology from Lesley university and have been working as a nanny for over 10 years. I also have experience working with kids with autism and special needs doing behavioral therapy and applied behavioral analysis. I...
Hello, I am interested in running errands - grocery shopping, picking up prescription medicines, dry cleaning or any other errand and or delivery services.
I am interested in late afternoon/early evening hours during the week and weekends are negotiable.
Hi there! I am a very reliable, patient, and caring. I love all types of animals and have experience with lots! I have a dog and cat of my own, so I understand how important it is to have a trustworthy person to help with any pet-related tasks.
I can provide dog-walking services, care and feeding services, maintenance help,...
Laney can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Cyrilla B.
Ipswich, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced College Educated Caregiver Looking For One Time Only Opportunities
I have a B. S. in Psychology and I am also a certified occupational therapy assistant to assist, adapt and modify activities of daily living to improve ability to complete activities of daily living such as bathing or dressing with increased independence. I have worked as a caregiver since 2010 primarily with adults and the...
Cyrilla can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Sharon S.
Ipswich, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Assistant/Caregiver Available - North Shore Area - Will Do Overnights.
My Experience: 10 years Duties included but not limited to: Personal Care Services: Bathing Support, Oral Hygiene, Incontinence Care, Assist with Dressing and Grooming, Skin Care. Homemaking Services: Meal Planning and Preparation, Housekeeping, Laundry, Errands and grocery shopping, Transportation to appointments. Personal...
Sharon can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Byfield, MA
Tea F.
5.0
Téa has been an amazing caretaker for our 17-month-old son over the past year. In addition to being a reliable, friendly, and trustworthy person, her dedication to early education has exceeded our expectations. Téa does her research and brings in fun activities each week that hit on key...
- Kurt M.
Marie O.
5.0
Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed. Anytime I need care for my pet...
- Nathan D.
Michelle O.
5.0
Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her.
- Paul W.
Marie O.
5.0
Marie is an outstanding caregiver. Personally, she is patient, compassionate, respectful, reliable, has excellent interpersonal skills and is a wonderful communicator. Her empathetic personality is encouraging and positive. She has effective time management skills so she can multi-task, plan well,...
- Janice D.
Emily H.
5.0
We were looking for help with daughter after schools closed because of the pandemic. Emily was exactly what we were looking for and more! She is kind, professional, punctual and makes learning fun. Our daughter counts down the days to her visits!
- Alissa S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Byfield, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Byfield, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Byfield, MA, 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 Byfield, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Byfield, MA is $21.50 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 Byfield, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Byfield, MA. 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 Byfield, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Byfield, MA, 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 Byfield, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Byfield, MA, 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.