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Salome A.

Dog Lover

Linden, NJ

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$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

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
grooming
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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Welcome!

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! Do you happen to be going on a week long vacation? Or perhaps you need a reliable person to walk your pet? Well look no further because you've found the perfect someone! As an animal lover myself with 3 cats, a 1 dog and a rabbit, I sure do know how to care for pet. I would love to chat with you and offer my care...
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Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Alyssa! I'm a graduate student pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy with the intention of working specifically with children! I spend a large majority of my time organizing group events for high school aged kids, and when thats out of season I counsel elementary-middle school aged children at a...

Cecil R. says "Alyssa is probably one of the most reliable people I have known. We were in need of sitters last year for a wedding at our church and Alyssa immediately...

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Fun And Caring Caregiver Who Always Knows How To Put A Smile On Your Child's Face!

Linden, NJ

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have years of experience with taking care of my baby niece and I also worked at a daycare for two years taking care of children ranging from 3 months to 6 years old. I love children and I enjoy spending time with them and watching them grow. I also tutored a 5-year-old with her speech therapy to teach her how to start talking....
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Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I have a good expiriance in cleaning. I can help you in one time cleaning and as continuous service .
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Experienced Caregiver

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. Open to live-in jobs.
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Linden, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
personal care
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I have great communication. Loving , on time
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Linden, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
Reliable and detail-oriented housekeeper with experience in deep cleaning, organizing, laundry, and maintaining a clean, comfortable home. Trustworthy, efficient, and committed to quality service.
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Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...

Care Member says "Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel...

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Excited To Offer You My Services

Linden, NJ

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Live-In Home Care. I'm a humble woman who has a dream to work with elderly people, I'm the oldest of 5 siblings so when my mom had a stroke I was the one to take care of her while I had another career, that is when I realized how much I really wanted to...
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Professional Home Cleanrr/Personal Assistant

Linden, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
After a successful career in teaching, I returned to my true love; Cleaning and organizing. I have been cleaning homes and businesses since 1984. Go with a service you can trust in your home!
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Linden, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
personal care
Hello, my name is Yvette I currently work at overlook hospital as a patient care technician with 19 years of experience under my belt . I can help with Transportation Services, Light Housecleaning, along with home care and companionship . I look forward to working with you all .
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Friendly And Flexible Caregiver

Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is leidy! I have +1 years of experience into the country and 1 more out of the country. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I'm a energetic, friendly, responsible person, I like sharing nice time learning about the children/senior favorite area, I love spending time making crafts, painting or...
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Master Teacher Offering Tutor Services

Linden, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I completed my undergrad in education in 1991, and began teaching. Earned my Masters in Education in 1998. I have been a classroom teacher and adjunct professor. I helped spearhead the distance learning movement that began 20 years ago. I have offered private tutoring for more than 20 years. I'm happy to help you and your...
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Artistic And Extroverted Sitter

Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
I have +1 years of experience into the country and 1 more out of the country. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I'm a energetic, friendly, responsible person, nice time learning about the children/senior favorite area, I love spending time making crafts, painting or drawing, I love go outside to some...
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Linden, NJ

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Salome, I have reviewed your job posting and decided to apply. As a hard-working and dedicated professional with years of experience, I have been responsible for carrying out services for number of families and I do have great references. An opportunity to discuss the job in further details will be truly...
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Woman Of Many Talents!

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
In my spare time, I LOVE to make things! I love trying new vegan recipes, reviewing restaurants, spending lots of time in nature. As well as cuddling with my 3 kittens, reading and practicing/teaching yoga. One thing you should know about me is I am very reliable, timely, and can offer meal prep services for the family! Meals,...
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RN

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Priscilla and I am a registered nurse of 3 years. I have a wide range of experience in hospice, pediatric home nursing, and in hospital neuro, stroke, oncology, and brain trauma. I have a passion for caring and nurturing. I love being a little bit of sunshine in someone's life. I love being a nurse and I hope my...
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Care Giver

Linden, NJ

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$38/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I have worked with elderly in private and care home settings. Providing empathetic assistance and support to aged people and helping them with daily and social activities. I'm excellent at: Preparing and serving meals (including special diets) and performing laundry and housekeeping services. I'm very attentive and...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.64/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Linden, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Linden, 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 Linden, NJ is $20.64 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 Linden, 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 Linden, 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 Linden, 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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