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Maria R.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello families, this is Maria. I am looking for a new family to offer my services as Nanny in a full time position. Experience: I have been working as nanny taking care of (newborns, toddlers and older children) for over 21 years experience with families in (Jersey City, NJ and Hoboken, NJ). I was born and raised in Ecuador. I...

Ruth Ann B. says "I highly recommend Maria! I had the pleasure of having her as a nanny for my two sons for nearly 6 years. She was with our family from Fall 2014, when...

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Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With three years of experience, I've developed a friendly and creative approach to childcare. My background includes early childhood development coursework, ABA therapy and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable caring for up to three children, ranging...

Jennifer B. says "We contacted Leslie needing a last minute sitter for our infant daughter. Leslie is very communicative and gave me prompt updates about how everything...

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Child Care Seeker/senior Caretaker

Staten Island, NY

4.0(0)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have two beautiful children ages 23 and 14. My 14-year-old has autism severity of , nonverbal and extremely behavioral! Inresult I had to stop working ti become his advocate to give him the services he was was lacking! Now that I finally have him in a stable school, provides me with the freedom to go back to work withing his...
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Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...

Lisa Z. says "Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all...

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Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for 15 years, I took care of my grandparent for so many years until God called them home. so I love taking of the elderly and people with less privilege. I do housekeeping; laundry, dishes, and etc, meal and medicine preparation, bathing (both bed and bathroom), feeding (both mouth and tube), assisting...

Care Member says "AMA was a caretaker for my step mom for about 8 months I found her to be compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable. She integrated herself...

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Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a dedicated mother of two and an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a loving, fun, and supportive environment where children thrive. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and offer professional nanny and tutoring services. My expertise includes fine and gross motor...

Brooke G. says "She is simply the best. I defy you to find someone who cares more about educating kids, or does it with more joy."

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Lily

Roselle, NJ

4.4(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
attic 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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The Housekeeper

Edison, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Enalyn, a highly motivated and highly qualified person who provides excellent cleaning service. I provide consistency in effort to provide quality of my service, punctual, honest and dependable. Reliable, honest & trustworthy Keeping everything clean and organized is good for everyone. It helps us feel...

Care Member says "A True Cleaning Gem! Enalyn is an absolute lifesaver! She not only completes every task perfectly and on time but also goes above and beyond by...

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Part Time Tutor, Odd Jobs And Pet Care

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am a teacher during the school year but during summers, evenings and some weekends, I tutor in a variety of subjects. Elementary, middle school and ESL. Adult ed. I have many pets of my own and being oriented towards science, not too many pets phase me. I am willing to do odd jobs and help for a few hours with short term...
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Dog Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! My name is Mary and I am a college student studying occupational therapy. I am available for pet sitting / dog walking. I live in Beach Haven during the summer but willing to travel!
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Dog Walker

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Grooming
pet walking
boarding
I am retired and have a personal assistant service which includes walking small and medium sized friendly well behaved dogs. My husband and I have an adorable 30 pound pittie mix. I live in Cranford. I am very dependable, trustworthy, and flexible.
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Dog Lover

Linden, NJ

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Salome, I have huge experience with dogs. I have dogs all my life. In my country I cared about all street dogs near me. I have one dog at home and 4 dogs sheltered in my yard. My life is nothing without dogs! All my family is a dog lover. I can walk with your pets, sit with them and give them huge love and care. I...
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Linden, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have owned and cared for many dogs and other pets. I am comfortable caring for dogs of all ages and sizes. I can provide multiple services such as, grooming, walking, light training i. e teaching how to sit, play fetch and even potty training.
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Rahway, NJ

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Gisselle. I love taking care of animals. My services include dog walking, and pet sitting. I do animals of any size or age and can also help with senior care if needed. If you have any questions let me know, can't wait to meet your furry friend!
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Pet Care Walker & Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$17/hr
Hello there! As a passionate and experienced pet lover, I would be thrilled to care for your beloved furry friends. Having grown up with four dogs and several cats throughout my life, I understand the importance of providing affection, attention, and responsible care to ensure the well-being and happiness of pets. With my...
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Caregiver Available For Companionship Positions

Westfield, NJ

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
dementia
Hello, My name is Nancy. I have been in the caregiver field for many years. I have experience as a nanny and as a respite worker for individuals with developmental disabilities. Before I began working in these jobs, I was an Occupational Therapy Assistant in skilled nursing facilities. I have experience with seniors through...
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Parlin, NJ

from
$23/hr
3 years experience
I am a patient, dependable childcare provider with experience caring for children in home, educational, and clinical settings. I am a psychology major at Johns Hopkins University and a medical school applicant with a strong interest in child development and family-centered care. I previously worked as a Newborn Hearing Screener,...
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Avenel, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Bringing joy and comfort to animals, especially dogs, really is my passion. Over the past couple of years, I've provided primarily child care, & dog sitting and walking services for family, friends, and mutuals of families & friends. I treat every pet as my own, reinforcing positive behaviors and good manners while always...
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Staten Island, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
With a strong background in cleaning and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your team. I have experience in performing various housekeeping duties, including cleaning, organizing, and ensuring the overall upkeep of guest rooms and common areas. I am detail-oriented,...
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Kenilworth, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Refrigerator cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
Bringing a fresh perspective to home care, I offer meticulous housekeeping services tailored to your needs. My graduate degree honed my attention to detail, a skill I apply to every corner of your home. I specialize in kitchen and general room cleaning, including refrigerator cleaning, and standard cleaning services. I am...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.33/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 2.5

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Fords, NJ are rated 2.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Maria R.

I highly recommend Maria! I had the pleasure of having her as a nanny for my two sons for nearly 6 years. She was with our family from...

- Ruth Ann B.

Leslie S.

We contacted Leslie needing a last minute sitter for our infant daughter. Leslie is very communicative and gave me prompt updates about how...

- Jennifer B.

Violeta P.

Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties...

- Lisa Z.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Fords, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Fords, 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 Fords, NJ is $24.33 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 Fords, 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 Fords, 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 Fords, 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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