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Adriana V.

Professional & Insured Dog Walker & Pet Sitter.

Essex, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
boarding
dog training
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I'm Adriana, a professional pet care provider with 15+ years of experience. Since 2010, I've dedicated myself to offering Dog Walking & Pet Sitting as my full-time career. I'm Insured, Bonded & Certified in Pet CPR & First Aid. I'm also a Pet CPR Instructor through my business. Caring for pets of all breeds, sizes, and ages is...

Christina S. says "I was a nervous wreck trying to find a solution for my two pups. My boys are very high energy, require medication, and were undergoing training at the...

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Alexandra M.

Your Loved One Will Be Treated Like Family

Essex, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I've spent the last 5+ years caring for my two aging grandparents who unfortunately both recently passed away. Each with varying health issues and dementia. I am naturally nurturing and compassionate. As my family quickly realized it is incredibly hard to not only care for but manage the day-to-day operations of a household...

Care Member says "Allie took wonderful care of my elderly parents with dementia. She assisted with their daily activities of bathing, eating, going for walks, including...

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Katie L.

Former Dog Hiking Business Owner Looking To Pet Sit For That Precious Member Of Your Family!

Westbrook, CT

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
As former owner and operator of a dog hiking company I specialized in supporting dog owners in getting their dogs into the great outdoors. I am currently a preschool teacher and dog owner to a wonderful 110 lb malamute who is the love of my life! I provide top notch dog sitting services. Reliable, trustworthy, kind, and able to...
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Jean B.

Daily Dose Of Happiness And Positivity

Clinton, CT

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I have 16years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I will always make sure that your family member is happy and taken care of while I am with them. I love helping our elderly community and I have excellent references if needed. I am a diligent, hardworking individual who will make sure to...

Rye H. says "Jean has been coming for almost two weeks now, bright and early, with a can-do attitude and a smile, every single weekday morning to help me take care of my...

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Kathryn N.

Kathryn

Old Saybrook, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I currently am working in the healthcare field as a health aide. I help seniors stay healthy and comfortable at home. I provide personal services like running errands, bathing, dressing, and grooming. 10 years ago, I was a nanny for two children, ages 6 and 10. I have babysat young children and toddlers in the past as well....

John O. says "Kathryn is working with my young adult autistic daughter providing in home and out in the community support. This can be challanging, but Kathryn is patient...

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Jodie R.

Experienced House Cleaner With References

Haddam, CT

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
****Insured & Bonded **** I am an experienced house cleaner with excellent references and co own with my cousin B . I have 20+ years of experience and B has 30+ years of experience and am pleased to say that we have many satisfied clients. We provide cleaning and gardening services (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, one time jobs,...

Adriene R. says "We had Jodi work for our family in the spring and early summer of 2010 to pickup our crazy house which is filled with kids toys twice a week. She did a...

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Paula G.

Loving Caring Mom And Grandma

Clinton, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a young Grandmother and I love care-giving so much that when my youngest granddaughter ( I watched her from the day she was born until she )went to school full time I started with childcare outside of friends and family... I started with a wonderful 3-week-old and his sibling.. since then I have had the pleasure and still...

Lynn P. says "Paula is a great sitter and very helpful around the house."

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Sandy R.

House Cleaner

Killingworth, CT

4.9(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Sandy, no job too large or too small. I am a pet-friendly cleaning service. I can help with organization of rooms, garages, basements, attics etc. Can do weekly, bi-weekly or one-time cleanings. Cleaning supplies and equipment are the customer's preference: green or regular cleaners, yours or mine. Hardworking and...

Mark T. says "Sandra arrive right on time. I hired her to try and help me unclutter my room as it was an overwhelming task to take on myself. Sandra immediately put me at...

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Caterine H.

Killingworth, CT

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
I have 10 years of experience providing cleaning services. I love my job. Responsibility, trustworthiness, and attention to detail are my the foundation of my service. Understanding and fulfilling my clients expectations are my goals. It brings me happiness to see the homes of my clients clean and tidy.

Care Member says "I have worked with Caterine and her team for several years. They are hands down the best cleaners I have ever had. They show up on time, are extremely...

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Julia H.

Nanny/ Baby Sitter (full Or Part Time)

Niantic, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...

Stacy R. says "Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with...

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Cindy G.

Experienced Personnel Care Giver ; Seeking Part Time Work! Short Notice Is Fine/very Flexible,

Old Saybrook, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I'm an active/energetic "empty nester" care giver with 16 years experience. My first two seniors had Alzheimer's which was both a learning experience and challenging, at times. Currently, I'm looking for part time position near Old Saybrook (18-30hrs weekly). Please message me, if you think we might be a good match. Thanks! ;...

Nancy V. says "Cindy is friendly, has a good sense of humor, is extremely loyal and cares about the people she works for."

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Katie L.

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Westbrook, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Charon M.

Part Time Wellness Care Giver

East Lyme, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...

Jane P. says "Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for...

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Paula G.

Clinton, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com after my youngest granddaughter went to school full time. Nurturing and compassion...

Care Member says "Paula was amazing. She was reliable, caring, loving, and everything I was looking for to watch my daughter. "

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Evelyn J.

Ivoryton, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I have been around animals since childhood, and they continue to be an influential and rewarding part of my life. Having worked in various animal care roles, including caring for horses, my own dog and cat, Delilah and Cuteness, and exotic critters, such as fish, reptiles, and rabbits, I have confident skills in handling animals...
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Julia H.

Part Time Pet Care Giver Available!

Niantic, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
my name is Julia and i m 21 years old. I am an animal lover and have had pets all my life (cats, dogs and even reptiles). I have pet sat and dog walked on occasion for others animals as well as my own. I am new on care. com as a pet care provider but I have used care. com for child care jobs as well over the past three years...
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Ayabulela M.

Most Flexible Caregiver

Niantic, CT

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I'm flexible too.
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Courtney W.

Killingworth, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a pet and house sitter for over 15 years. I believe pets do better when they are at their own home. My services include cleaning, mail and package pick up, plant and garden maintenance and of course caring for you fur baby or other pet. I provide walks, snuggles, and play. My many references can be checked.
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Elizabeth P.

Old Lyme, CT

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
I have over 5 years of nanny experience, and during that time have completed many types of errands, appointments and tasks for the homeowners. I have 10+ years of pet sitting experience as well. I love helping people in any way possible and feeling useful, I'd be happy to help with any services you may need.
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Sally D.

Clinton, CT

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
transportation
I have been a caregiver for seniors since 1997. I have provided services for people with Dementia and Alzheimers disease. I am able to take my clients to doctor appointments, grocery shop, medication management and light cooking. If they are mobile enough to go out, I can do that as well except for lifting wheelchairs. If you...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Essex, CT

Therapy Dogs in Essex, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Adriana V.

I was a nervous wreck trying to find a solution for my two pups. My boys are very high energy, require medication, and were undergoing...

- Christina S.

Alexandra M.

Allie took wonderful care of my elderly parents with dementia. She assisted with their daily activities of bathing, eating, going for walks,...

- Care member

Jean B.

Jean has been coming for almost two weeks now, bright and early, with a can-do attitude and a smile, every single weekday morning to help me...

- Rye H.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Essex, CT

To find a therapy dog near you in Essex, CT, 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 Essex, CT 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Essex, CT. 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 Essex, CT, 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 Essex, CT, 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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