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Tanya D.

Your Personal Caregiver With A Heart Full Of Compassion

Highland Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate, personable, and dependable caregiver with over 22 years of experience. I can help with many task in making life a little easier for your loved ones. I can provide reliable transportation services and do light housekeeping. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable...

Care Member says "We are extremely grateful for the wonderful care that Tanya has provided to our father. From the very beginning Tanya has shown incredible compassion,...

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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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Get To Know Me!

Milford, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Alyssa Trone. I am a recent mother of two beautiful girls who are now 2 and 19 months old. I'm a former Educational Specialist and have worked in a professional school setting for a total of five years and in home for an additional two. Here is a quick breakdown of my experience - -Degree in Early Childhood...

Karen O. says "Alyssa is great. She is very patient and professional. She does great activities with the kids and makes sure they stay engaged. My child, who does not...

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Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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PCA

Milford, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Jackie. I have worked in an assisted living home as a PCA and med aid caring for the elderly with dementia and disabilities. I have a certificate of Completion in Medication Administration Course, Certificate of Completion in Topical Medication Training Course, Certificate of Completion in Diabetes Training Program...
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FULL TIME LIVE IN LIVE OUT CAREGIVER

Bushkill, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
visiting physician
dementia
I am a highly skilled loving licensed practical nurse (LPN) whose goal is to provide comfort, safety and companionship for your loved ones. I have 5 years experience working with the elderly and I have worked both as a live in live out and nursing facilities taking care of seniors with Alzheimer, injuries, dementia, stroke,...

Mark V. says "With her having studied nursing , I feel safer knowing she has the knowledge to handle more than just basic skills ."

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Experienced and Loving Caregiver.

Warwick, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, I am Valerie, and I love babies and children! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Human Services from Binghamton University. I am a mother of four, as well as an experienced preschool teacher, childcare provider, and babysitter. I have worked in elementary classrooms as well as classrooms for special needs...
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My Pet Care Experiences

Warwick, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a caring and compassionate person who has owned and loved many animals over the years. I was a veterinary technician many years ago. I have a therapy dog now that I trained. I pet sit for my children's animals when they go away. Anyone's animals that I would care for I would care for as my own.
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Hackettstown, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Good afternoon. I've been around animals my whole entire life. I've rescued all my dogs and cats.. I rescued multiple Greyhounds and one was a therapy dog.. I'm responsible, kind and love animals.. I work in the hospitality business so my schedule sometimes it is erratic but that's good that I can be very flexible. Any questions...
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Dog Walker/Pet Sitter Available!

Hopatcong, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have been consistently and independently walking dogs and pet sitting since 2013. I also worked for Time4Paws in Rockaway, NJ as a Pet-care Provider from February 2015 to October 2015. During this time I: Provided in-home pet care services including walking dogs and feeding dogs, cats, birds and fish. Provided first aid when...
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Friendly Dog Caretaker

Denville, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting, walking , and bathing services. I am an experienced dog sitter. I love having the opportunity to care for ones fur animals as they are an important part for any family. Dogs of all sizes are welcomed.
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Stephanie

Randolph, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Stephanie and I just graduated JMU with a bachelor's in health science on a pre occupational therapy track. I have 8+ years of babysitting experience and have worked with many kids of all ages and needs! Additionally I have experience with pets such as dog and cat sitting! I have my own car and can...
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Happy To Assist

Hackettstown, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello I love working with children adults and pets, and I believe you will love my positive energy and hard work! I earned my BA from Rutgers University and MA from Seton Hall University. I studied ABA therapy, special education, art history and fine art. I have been a babysitter (infants-teenagers) and pet sitter (dogs, cats,...
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Pet Sitter

Dover, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
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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Hewitt, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
respite care
transportation
+ 1 more
Throughout occupational therapy school, I've had experiences working with adults at assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and inpatient rehab facilities. I've also had extensive education about the older adult population and common difficulties with ADL participation.
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Part-time Dog Sitter/trainer/walker

Mountain Lakes, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an allied health professional for 27 years and a certified professional dog trainer/service dog trainer for 8 years. I am available to work in the later afternoon/evenings and weekends. I am reliable and trustworthy. I have worked in rehab settings as a therapist with all ages for 27 years and am in the process of...
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Hackettstown, NJ

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Hello, I'm Alex, and I'd describe my personality as helpful, kind, patient & respectful. I like caring for children and pets and homes - because all members of the family are so special! I have experience babysitting and love being with kids of all ages. I love sports and I played competitively into college. I also love all...
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Happy To Assist

Hackettstown, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Alex and I have cared for children, various pets, and even been a home-sitter for over 20 years! I earned my BA from Rutgers University and MA from Seton Hall University where I studied ABA therapy and special education. I enjoy caring for others and I believe you will love my positive energy and hard...
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Mount Arlington, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Briana and I am 23 years old. I am a huge animal lover and have probably owned every animal possible from domestic to exotic! A majority of my time has more than likely been spent with animals than humans! I grew up with 3 beloved ferrets who I owned from 1st grade all the way through high school, we also had 2...
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Montague, NJ

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Stay Strong. Stay Independent. Safe Exercise at Home for Seniors! Gentle movement, balance training, and mobility exercises designed for older adults. Body: Improve balance & reduce fall risk Stay active with arthritis-friendly exercises Gain strength for daily living tasks Customized 1-on-1 guidance in your own home...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of October 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

Tanya D.

We are extremely grateful for the wonderful care that Tanya has provided to our father. From the very beginning Tanya has shown incredible...

- Care member

Alyssa F.

Alyssa is great. She is very patient and professional. She does great activities with the kids and makes sure they stay engaged. My child,...

- Karen O.

Patricia B.

Patricia is fantastic, dependable and very trustworthy!

- Kerianne S.

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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