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Christina S.

Sparta, NJ

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$50/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Christina, and I am a fourth-grade teacher in New Jersey, seeking employment as a part-time tutor, nanny, or baby & pet sitter. As a teacher for three years, I strive to continue supporting students in an at-home tutoring setting. I am board-certified to teach children, ages kindergarten through sixth grade, in...
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Claire N.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hamburg, NJ

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a lot of experience watching children ages 4-13 but I am open to all ages. I have worked individually and in group settings. I love working with children and am currently working on my bachelor's degree in psychology with a focus on early childhood development. I also offer tutoring services in all subjects and SAT/ACT...
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Brittney H.

Newton, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
Hi! I have had plenty of experience in animal care as I used to help a train and care for service dogs. I also would be paid to help tend animals on farms in the area or pet sit for other exotic animals. I also have a beardy of my own :)
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Daisha S.

Sparta, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in supporting individuals with special needs. With over 9 years of experience working with children, teens, and/or adults with developmental, cognitive, and physical disabilities, I am committed to providing personalized care that promotes dignity,...
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Deborah C.

Companion Care

Oak Ridge, NJ

1.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
I bring 10+ yrs. experience of care taking skills such as Senior Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Cognitive Issues, Socialization Needs. Sincerity, Reliability, Loving Care, Consideration, Respect, Understanding and Compassion, and Peace of Mind. Aiming to share with each client how important it is to enjoy each day to its...

Barbara M. says "Amazing person, mom loves her which is a plus, Deb does exactly what is asked of her, she is helping a lot to get my mom into a routine schedule which my...

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Jeimmy G.

Plenty Of Great References With Lots Of Experience!

Newton, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I provide cleaning services! :) THE SUMMER IS here DON'T WAIT LONGER JEIMMY'S CLEANING SERVICE!! making families happy and homes shiny. Yes we clean houses If you're feeling tired and bummed out of seeing your house dirty and dusty.. then don't doubt in contacting me, I am here at your service . With 17 years of experience in...
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Morgan A.

Franklin, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I was born and raised in a small town in Alaska, I've recently just moved to New Jersey and I'm looking forward to becoming a member of this community! I love caring for children, In the future I plan to go into pediatrics! I'm the middle child of a family of 9, so growing up I was able to help my mother and older siblings take...
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Mary A.

Patient & Reliable Caregiver / Companion

Newton, NJ

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I am a caring, patient, reliable, and flexible person who has grown up around individuals with special needs, primarily ASD and Down Syndrome. I am graduating this upcoming year with my degree and license in Elementary Education and Special Education, with the goal of getting my doctorate in Occupational Therapy in the future. I...
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Mary Ann P.

Elder Care And Companion

Bushkill, PA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I have 23 years of Social Work experience. I also have extensive experience providing elder care and companion services. I have experience with medication monitoring, dementia and hands on care. I have great references upon request. I am responsible, empathetic and professional in caring for the elderly. I practice strict covid...
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Luciana R.

House Keeper- House Cleaner

Hackettstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
My name is Luciana, I have over 20 years experience with cleaning. I am looking for more houses to clean in my area. I am very detail oriented and love what I do. I am passionate for cleaning and organizations. On my daily cleaning schedule I do only cleaning service, but I can also help with some organization in the house if...

Elizabeth D. says "Lucy is great! She was able to work with me on schedule and did a great job from top to bottom."

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Melissa M.

Mine Hill, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Jacqueline W.

Part Time Caregiver For Seniors

Milford, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Jackie. I worked as a PCA and Med aide at a senior assisted living institute. I have experience with elderly with disabilities and dementia. My duties included showering, toileting, feeding, blood glucose checks, administering insulin, first aid, CPR, applying bandages to skin tears, nebulizer treatments,...

Robert D. says "Very caring, professional and as good as you possibly can get when it comes to caring for children, pets, elderly and anyone with special needs. I have...

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Niasia L.

West Milford, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
For the past few years, I have been able to build on my experience with working with children. I am the eldest of six so experience never stops it's instinct at this point. I have a CPR certification, safety care certification, ABA therapy experience, and am a behavioral health therapist. Ask me any questions!
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Kelly E.

Senior Care

Highland Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
I'd be a great assistance for anyone who needs the help or just wants company ! I am a single mother looking for an opportunity to support my daughter and I. The schedule that I am involved with (temporarily) consists of a bi-weekly basis for employment options. My daughter attends preschool from 1215-245 p.m. If I am able to...

Debra H. says "Kelly was my neighbor and she helped babysit for my two year old daughter up until she went into kindergarten. Kelly interacted very well with my daughter...

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Merlyn C.

Budd Lake, NJ

4.7(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Merlyn I'm 42 years old! I am honored to take care of the children I meet, and have a positive impact on their lives. The variety of families that request my Services continues to make each day I work an interesting and fun! I have a great experience working as a Nanny for more than 10+years I have...

Ruby A. says "Merlyn was the best caregiver we could have ever asked for. If we could hire her again, we would. Our daughter transitioned to pre-school and unfortunately...

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Normita O.

Hard Working Senior Care Giver

Flanders, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
Do you have a loved one who needs special care? I am a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) with several years of experience caring for people who need help caring for themselves. I am an energetic enthusiastic person who truly cares about the people I am trusted to care for. I have experience caring for those with Alzheimer's,...

Vasi F. says "Normita was a breath of fresh air! We found her on care.com. She responded quickly and came to our home to assess and meet our needs. She was...

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Genevieve P.

Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Ann-marie B.

FT/PT Pet Care Provider

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Audrey R.

Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
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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Laura D.

Patient And Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience

Newfoundland, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...

Theresa B. says "Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Lafayette, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Lafayette, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Deborah C.

Amazing person, mom loves her which is a plus, Deb does exactly what is asked of her, she is helping a lot to get my mom into a routine...

- Barbara M.

Luciana R.

Lucy is great! She was able to work with me on schedule and did a great job from top to bottom.

- Elizabeth D.

Melissa M.

Melissa has worked as a paraprofessional in the M. Township Schools Preschool Extended Year Program for the past several years. It has been...

- Amy K.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lafayette, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ is $20.00 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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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