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60 therapy dogs are listed in Garwood, NJ
The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Garwood, NJ
Adrian A.
Colonia, NJ
$50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professionally Trained Companion Who Specializes In Dementia And Other Cognitive Impairments
5.0
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am a companion with over five years of experience. I promote the aging years as a sacred, beautiful, honorable stage of life by providing comfort to the aging population in a non-judgmental, loving manner. I am creative in finding ways to keep my clients actively engaged and mentally and cognitively stimulated. The...
Adrian can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Adrian served on a panel for an advance care planning webinar for the Quality Institute's Conversation of Your Life program. Her knowledge and expertise in being an end-of-life doula really came through during her presentation. Her ability to convey vital...
Dapa W.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families, a NCS/Postpartum Doula with over 20 yrs of experience. My 2 yr old son and I are available for daytime or evening care, looking for a family in need of high quality, specialized care. I am very passionate about the work I do and the families I support. My services include specialized care for your child based on...
Charity can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Harmony is an extremely experienced, professional child caregiver. She is knowledgeable, highly skilled and confident in all aspects of early childhood care - play, reading, and development, feeding, and sleeping. She is responsive and adaptive to my baby, and my...
Sophie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hard working private housekeeper with 13 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning, childcare, and budgeting. Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping service on live-in and live-out basis at families' primary residences and vacation homes.
Tiffany can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...
Margaret can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to support the entire family when a loved one needs additional support. We ended the relationship with Maggie only...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!"
David M.
4.4
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Liliam can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"She is a very honest and detailed professional. She left my house sparkiling. She is the best! 😊"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Rynasia, I'm very goal oriented and have a compassionate heart for others in need of care, assistance or help. I went to school for medical assistance, in school I overcame many certifications (EKG, Phlebotomy, medication administration, CPR) once I achieved those goals I continued to look deeper in the medical...
Rynasia can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I hired Ry’nasia to work for me and it was a pleasure. She over did her job."
Care member
Jennifer M.
Newark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jennifer. I'm a college graduate planning on returning to school for a Masters in Art Therapy. I have years of experience with childcare, senior care and housekeeping. I am patient, upbeat and reliable. I also have excellent references!
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Jennifer provided in-home hospice (end of life) care to my Mother-in-law in September of 2016. My MIL liked her a lot and Jen was always willing to do anything to ensure her comfort. During the screening process, although she was not as experienced as some of the...
Peter C.
Julie H.
Fords, NJ
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I'm a positive and reliable, patient person. I like to watch and take a good care of the old people, to make there life easy with love and caring
Julie can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
4.0
"Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."
Diane D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...
5.0
"In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child. "
Audrey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people as far back as I can remember. It started as a pre-teen taking care of children. Now, as an adult with adult children, I started helping out with my grand parents. I'm a Certified Home Health Aide now and I'm able to extend my love and services to other families that don't have the assistance at...
Yolanda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Yolanda was an awesome help to my mother while I went on vacation. She made my mother feel very comfortable. Yolanda was caring, polite, and punctual! I'd definitely recommend her and will certainly reach out to her in the future!"
Michelle A.
Patricia D.
Newark, NJ
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Patricia , I am Portuguese and I work as housekeeper. I work 2 hours daily in each of my clients keeping houses neat and clean.
Services:
Organization (beyond standard tidying)
Making beds
Trash
Daily chores
General Room Cleaning
Wash dishes
Laundry
Load Dish Washer
Thank you for you time
Best Regards
Patricia
Patricia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting
5.0
"Punctual, responsive and amazing at her job. Very easy to work with."
Pranil G.
5.0
(1)
Over 30 years of experience Babysitting, Coaching, Caregiving, and Supervising and teaching children and individuals with special needs.). I have an educational background jn Psychology and Counseling and my services consist of caregiving, light house, meal preparations and tutoring. I am a strong proponent of academic and play...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Jennifer. She did an excellent job taking care of my kids and even helped out with chores around the house. They were happy and well looked after during her time with them. I've never felt that comfortable leaving the house, but with Jennifer, I...
Dionea L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, if you are a parent seeking childcare services to run errands, etc. or date nights, please reach out to me with advanced notice.
Looking forward for you to reach out to me,
Stacey
Stacey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Stacey worked with our family for almost 4 years, caring for my special needs son from the ages of 2 until 6, until we moved out of state. I wish we could have taken her with us! She treated my son like he was her own and loved him like he was her own child. She...
Care member
5.0
(3)
My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. 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. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
Violeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"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 mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor...
Lisa Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic young 23-year-old individual.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
5.0
(4)
As a passionate Home Health Aide of 15 plus years I have been able to help different types of clients with unique circumstances. Due to my current expertise I am able to avail myself to clients who are in need of care. It's important to me to offer my clients a routine that is suitable for their comfort ability and overall care....
Itohan can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, specialized care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
""IT" is the best! She was a caretaker for my Dad with advanced Parkinson's Disease. Very attentive and on top of everything which was important because my father had a lot of needs. She was not just a caretaker but a companion and friend to my Dad. She had a...
Dave F.
Angela D.
Linden, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over10 years of experience as a certified patient care provider. I can help with Transportation Services if necessary. I have worked with patients with disabilities , cancer alzhiemers and Dementia. I am compassionate, patient and a non smoker. I will communicate with both patient and family. I have worked in kosher homes...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15, I took care of triplets and a 5-year-old. A few years later I was hired by a Hungarian family in New York City to help with their 3 children ages 2-8. I spoke to them in Hungarian, which was a huge plus for the parents, and I watched them in the evenings. Since then I have been a nanny for 3...
Agnes can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Agnes took wonderful care of our baby boy from ages five to nine months. She is very professional, experienced and responsible. She is always punctual and was always flexible if we asked her to stay a bit later at the last minute. She is experienced in all...
Evan B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Garwood, NJ
Adrian A.
5.0
Adrian provides the best services for my elderly Aunt. She goes above and beyond what our family needs. Since my Aunt has Dementia it can be hard to find someone who can understand and anticipate her needs, Adrian is a pro at knowing exactly how to stimulate my Aunt's mind while providing a loving...
- Shani B.
Charity W.
5.0
Harmony is an amazing Parent Coach. I initially saw her newborn care post online and immediately wanted to meet her. After interviewing her over the phone and looking at her professional website I knew she was the right person to help me and my family. I have a newborn son and a 3.5 yr old daughter....
- Emma T.
Margaret A.
5.0
Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to support the entire family when a loved one needs additional support. We ended the relationship with Maggie only because my loved one moved out of...
- Care member
Jennifer W.
5.0
JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!
- David M.
Liliam C.
5.0
She is a very honest and detailed professional. She left my house sparkiling. She is the best! 😊
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Garwood, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Garwood, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Garwood, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Garwood, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Garwood, NJ is $22.17 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 Garwood, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Garwood, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Garwood, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Garwood, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Garwood, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Garwood, 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.