Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chestnut Hill, MA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Chestnut Hill, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Chestnut Hill, MA
Hi! I am a college graduate with a degree in Biology pursuing a career in Physical Therapy. I am a dependable, creative and caring individual who has spent numerous semesters mentoring and teaching kids from ages 3-10 and recently worked at a Perkins School for the Blind. Working with kids not only prepares me for my future...
Shandelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Brie, and I am a student athlete and sophomore at Boston College with a love for childcare! I grew up in Wellesley, MA, before my family recently moved to Miami, FL. During high school, I attended a boarding school in Vermont for ski racing, where I gained valuable experience while babysitting for local families....
Brienna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in child development and trauma looking to provide babysitting services throughout the summer and into the school year. I have babysat for 3families through Care. com and multiple others outside of the service. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time and...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sofia has done an excellent job on our church's paid childcare team as well as the Sunday morning children's ministry team. It has been my pleasure to oversee her in both of these areas. The attention and care she displays for the children she serves with emanates...
Jen B.
communication skills, I'm very creative , I love working with kids, I'm also good with computer. excellent customer service skills.
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
Yanique can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Licensed Nurse
My name is Paola
I am a citizen but I lived 21 years in Spain. I worked with great families in the area, . I have 17 years of experience with working with children all ages too. I have a lot of experience with babies and allergies.
I have great references!! I can also offer "private
Chef " and light cleaning services if the...
Paola can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
5.0
"Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little...
Rudy C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, passionate, and energetic care taker. Currently, I am a Clinical Therapist, providing ABA therapy to children with Autism around the Boston area. I have 2 years experience as a Personal Care Attendant to a teen with Down Syndrome. As well as 4 years experience baby sitting my younger cousin and house & dog...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brooke has been either watching my pets or my daughter for years. She's dependable and always willing to go the extra mile. Your loved ones are in good hands with Brooke!"
Jean M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Mansi, and I have grown up with a deep love for animals. With years of experience caring for dogs, cats, swans, cows, and horses on my family farm, I am excited to offer my services as a pet sitter.
As a dedicated pet lover, I understand the importance of finding someone reliable and trustworthy to care...
Mansi can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mansi took care of our three kitties for two weeks while we were out of the country. She did a great job and we were very happy that they were in good hands."
Vivian A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tara! I just graduated from Bay Path University with my Master's in Occupational Therapy. I'm a pediatric OT working in early intervention. I'm currently looking for some additional side jobs.
Prior to becoming an OT I have worked with a variety of children as a social worker, occupational therapy student and...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tara is amazing! She has babysat for us for the last year. She is dependable, punctual, hard-working and our daughter loves her!"
Caroline J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs. I have stayed with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
I am an energetic undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting your pets!
Please feel free to contact me to discuss...
Marta can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented, warm, and responsible. I will absolutely contact her again for pet-care and after I have my baby in a few months for childcare,...
Sara T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Susannah and I am living in the Boston area. I work as a Pediatric Social Worker for my full-time job. As I work remotely Wednesday-Friday, I am looking for some animal-care jobs during these days, as well as over the weekends. Right now, I am only available for dog-walk and drop-in services. I am not available...
Susannah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Susannah is a true gem! We have two small dogs who are treated like royalty in our family - lol. I hate leaving them when we travel and I would never consider boarding them. Finding a trustworthy responsible dog/house sitter was my top priority before a recent...
Whitney S.
Jackie G.
South Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Jackie and I live in Quincy. I graduated from Endicott College in 2019 where I studied Educational studies/autism and applied behavior analysis. My availability includes week day early mornings, week day evenings, and Saturdays during the day. I've been babysitting for about 10 years and on top of that have had...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Jackie cared for our 3 kids and was wonderful! The kids loved her, she was on time and reliable!"
Caitlin T.
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Professionals with 10+ years experience skilled in Acute, Skilled Unit Services, Memory care and Homecare setting.
Mbatudde can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"A lovely person who was incredibly patient and professional. Highly recommended."
Buz L.
Nmesoma O.
Medford, MA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative lady who has 2+ years care experience.
With me, you and loved one will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks like grocery shopping, meal preparation, light house keeping if required. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Nmesoma can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nmesoma is an educated cultured girl
Dependable loving work
Always smiling and well in work while lightly singing ( experience qualified)
Religious thinking makes our life upward
Very reasonable in asking for the remuneration
We had always enjoyed her...
Dhanjibhai P.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...
Domenica can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."
Marc H.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm currently a license practical nurse and I would like to help people as it is my passion.
Provide bedside care
Administer medications and document therapeutic effects
Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration)
Assist with resident comfort
Collect samples and monitor catheters
Willingness to...
Stephania can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been a pet parent and have always been an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish. I have 4 years of paid pet sitting experience and 3 additional years of volunteer work with animals. I am an energetic, young professional who loves and enjoys the company of animals.
My most recent sitting...
Faofizah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away. "
Care member
Chelsea J.
Cambridge, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day.
For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Chelsea was great with our kids and immediately engaged my 5 year old in conversation. We will definitely have her babysit again!"
Care member
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chestnut Hill, MA
Sofia L.
5.0
Sofia has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Happy, positive, motivated, fun and mature, she has been a great fit with our older kids (10 and 12) while also being responsible and reliable. She is an amazing problem solver and can take care of issues proactively and independently. We were very...
- Jane M.
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little gifts cheered up my mom.
I would...
- Rudy C.
Brooke M.
5.0
Brooke is an amazing person with a beautiful heart that loves and cares for all kinds of people. He took such a good care of my little boy while I was taking some online classes. I would have keep her forever if I could afford her.
- Care member
Mansi U.
5.0
Mansi took care of our three kitties for two weeks while we were out of the country. She did a great job and we were very happy that they were in good hands.
- Vivian A.
Tara F.
5.0
Tara is amazing! She has babysat for us for the last year. She is dependable, punctual, hard-working and our daughter loves her!
- Caroline J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chestnut Hill, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chestnut Hill, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chestnut Hill, MA is $21.67 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chestnut Hill, 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.
Ratings for Chestnut Hill, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Chestnut Hill, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.