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Daniela T.

Pet Sitter

Dover, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
Hello my name is daniela I have offered my service and here to my friends pet, I love dogs and I feel comfortable with them
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Home Health Aide

Dover, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
+ 1 more
Hi !! My name is Maria , I live in Dover . I have 12 years of experience. I Support patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. I Assist patients by providing personal services, such as bathing,...

Madelin D. says "Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again."

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House Cleaning Services

Dover, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in the cleaning area for 10 years, I love my work., I am kind and light hearted. I am also hard working and dedicated, I am detailed oriented and organized. I'd describe my personality as loving, responsible and honest I like caring for homes because I have great experience in this area I'm looking for a job...
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I Am Dedicated To Enhancing The Quality Of Life For Those I Serve.

Dover, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
Hello! My name is Dani, and I am passionate about providing compassionate, dependable, and respectful care for the elderly community. With a strong background in social services and experience supporting individuals in need, I understand the importance of patience, empathy, and companionship in caregiving. I take pride in...
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Experienced Housekeeping With Proven Skill And Deep Cleaning.

Dover, NJ

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$16/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
organization
+ 1 more
Valued for impeccable standards in maintaining a clean, sanitized, tidy and pleasant environment for houses and clients. Skilled at selecting the best tools and methods for all cleaning jobs. Experience: Spring point nursing home from 2008 to 2017 The Oakview Nursing home from 2017 to 2021 CRS services from 2009 to still...
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Funny Loving Sitter

Dover, NJ

3.5(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...

Mike B. says "We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a...

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Caring And Responsible Childcare Provider

Dover, NJ

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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a dedicated and nurturing caregiver with a passion for working with children. I understand the importance of creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where kids can learn, grow, and have fun. With a background in social services and experience in caregiving, I bring patience,...

Babysitter/ Tutor/ Caregiver

Dover, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a Grade 5 Math/Science teacher for Paterson Public Schools. I also tutor mathematics for all grades through high school. I am a gymnastics coach after being involved in the sport since I was a child. I have been previously employed by the ARC of Hunterdon County and the Matheny School providing services to adults and...
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Responsible And Caring Part-Time Babysitter

Succasunna, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
**Seeking a temporary summer position** You sound like an experienced and caring caregiver! Here's a care. com bio draft for you: --- Hey there! I've been immersed in childcare since I was 15, now at 27, with 4 years of full-time kindergarten teaching under my belt. I adore nurturing children and aiding in their development. I...

Erica A. says "Danielle has been with us for almost 3 years. Both my 8yr old daughter and my 2yr old son absolutely adore her. She is always punctual, caring, extremely...

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CARING SITTER

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Ingrid! I love working with kids and have experience at a Montessori preschool and as a nanny for several families, where I've built wonderful connections with children of all ages. I'm CPR and EpiPen certified, with hands-on experience caring for infants as young as two months. Safety is always my top priority, and I...

Care Member says "I can’t recommend Ingrid enough! She was so wonderful and gentle with my four month old and took such excellent care of him, and was so good with...

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Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
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Motivated And Compassionate Individual

Denville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ariel. and I enjoy meeting new people and finding ways to help them have an uplifting experience. I have had a variety of health care and customer service opportunities, through which I was able to gain different types of skill sets in the following areas: clerical, clinical and childcare. (C. N. A and BLS/CPR...
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Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
personal care
dementia
I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver, with love, care, giving my best. I am certified as CHHA, emotional and behavioral challenges and CBT ( Dementia/ depression/ anxiety/ anger); I have experience with medication management, caregiver support, bath, eating health... I have CPR, AED and First aid; Also, I am certified in...

Jessica D. says "She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also,...

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Experienced Nanny

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I have been a nanny for 11 years and I never get sick of it for a single moment. I also worked as a TSS for Providence Community Services for over a year and thats when I gained experience working with children with behavioral disorders. During my time as a TSS, I was trained and certified in: CPR, first aid, and crisis...

Care Member says "Genevieve is a true unicorn nanny. She has been with our family for the last four years, starting when my son was an infant and has become an extension...

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FT/PT Pet Care Provider

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Availability, Saturday and Sunday 12-7 p.m. Overnights can be arranged with advance notice; At owners home. $20-35hr negotiable I care for dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, reptiles and fish. I currently care for smaller breeds; Imperial Shih tzu, Lhasa Alpso and a Pomeranian. I walk them, feed them, fill water bowl, groom,...
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Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
administration of medicine
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...

Nataliia M. says "Audrey took amazing care of our 2 cats for 10 days, she played with them, fed them, cleaned their litters. She even sent us pictures of them. Our...

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Mine Hill, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education for social studies and in 2021 I received my Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. I currently work at a high school as a teacher of ESL. My experience includes working in an elementary school, grade levels ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade....

Amy K. says "Melissa has worked as a paraprofessional in the M. Township Schools Preschool Extended Year Program for the past several years. It has been a pleasure to...

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Fun Sitter For All Ages And Occasions

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with six years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My nurturing and creative approach supports children's progress while ensuring their safety and comfort. I prioritize open communication with parents, providing daily reports and fostering a collaborative...

Kerianne S. says "Patricia is fantastic, dependable and very trustworthy!"

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Dog Sitting/walking

Randolph, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
Would love to help out anyone in need of dog sitting or dog walking services Can't wait to meet your fur babies!

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.67/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Dover, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Dover, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Maria Isabel L.

Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again.

- Madelin D.

Kayleen S.

We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go....

- Mike B.

Danielle T.

Danielle has been with us for almost 3 years. Both my 8yr old daughter and my 2yr old son absolutely adore her. She is always punctual,...

- Erica A.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dover, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Dover, 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 Dover, NJ 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, 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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