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Enalyn D.

Private Home And Assisted Living Home Experienced

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have experienced in providing assistance with people to age in place safely and comfortably in their homes and in their place of residence at an assisted living home. These includes performing basic housekeeping chores, doing laundry, dusting, washing dishes, preparing meals, shopping for groceries, assisting with daily tasks...

Care Member says "Enalyn took exceptional care of my 101 year old mother after she fell and fractured her right shoulder. "

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Part Time Care Giver Available

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...

Dawn V. says "Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia...

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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
organization
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 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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Joan D.'s Photo

Hazlet, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 21 years of childcare experience. The 2 most recent positions were 9/24 to 5/25 for a 9-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl. I picked them up from school/bus, gave her lunch, played with them, made sure he did his homework, gave snacks, watched them till a parent came home. The other job was from 9/23 till 6/24. I watched...

Joe E. says "Joanie is very patient and involved with the children she cares for. To her credit, she has worked with the same family for over 10 years and in my opinion,...

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Fords, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
personal care
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

Diane D. says "Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."

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Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 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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Personal Assistant

Old Bridge, NJ

3.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
General room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi! I have 2 years of experience in the assistant/administrative role and 5 years of experience in customer service. I am open to many things such as pet care/sitting, house sitting, running errands, scheduling appointments, grocery shopping, laundry, light housekeeping, etc.
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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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Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am the mother of four grown children. I am interested in providing my services an expertise to assist parents in babysitting their own children. My genuine love and maternal instincts are truly an asset that any parent would appreciate from a caregiver to their loved one. I believe in positive reinforcing, challenge your...

Katie B. says "There are many things I could say about Donna, but most importantly, we trust her with our three young children. It was not easy for me to find someone I...

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Pet Care Services

Spotswood, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Suzanne and I have 2 years paid working experience with animals in professional and house setting. I am comfortable and able to care for fish, birds, big dogs, cats, senior dogs/cats, disabled dogs/cats or those who need medication daily. I have done pet sitting/dog walking for 1 year, retail pet care for 1 and...
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Dog Sitter / Animal Lover

Middletown, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have a huge heart for all creatures big and small, I offer attentive pet sitting services, whether it's daily walks, bathing, or overnight stays. I can not wait to meet your furry family member!
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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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Old Bridge, NJ

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
visiting nurse
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I graduated associates degree for applied science in 2016. Also, I graduated associate degree for applied science in respiratory therapy program in 2018. I graduated as registered medical assistant and undergraduate as LPN. I am certified home health aide also by Home Care and Nursing. I have 20 + years work of experience in...
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South River, NJ

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Rafa, I'm 26yo, I have a law degree from PUC Minas in Brazil and currently doing a postgraduate degree in cognitive behavioral therapy. I am married and plan to have kids soon. I'm very responsible, reliable, patient, caring and creative. My first language is Portuguese, I speak fluent English and I'm currently...
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Sasha W.'s Photo

Middletown, NJ

from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Travel
I am a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Wellness Coach, deeply passionate about cleaner living- especially when babies are around. I absolutely adore children and have been watching children my whole life. I started watching my baby siblings at a young age and haven't stopped babysitting since! I have numerous references if...
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Olivia V.'s Photo

Middletown, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have 10 years of experience with mostly all ages. I'm looking for a part time job while earning my doctorate in occupational therapy. I'm CPR and first aid certified! I understand some parents don't have flexible hours so I am willing to talk about a schedule if needed!
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Merly G.'s Photo

Old Bridge, NJ

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
General room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
My name is Merly Gómez, and I have over 5 years of experience in the field of housekeeping and home maintenance. I am a responsible, discreet, and highly detail-oriented person in every task I perform. I specialize in deep cleaning of houses, apartments, and offices, including space organization, laundry services, and the use of...
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Adrian G.'s Photo

Perth Amboy, NJ

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a great deal of love for all kinds of animals, but most especially cats and dogs. I have experience with fostering and raising stray kittens and cats. I will ensure your furry family member receives my attentive care for whatever service you may need. I look forward to meeting you and your friends!
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Shadiah N.'s Photo

Keansburg, NJ

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Shadiah! I am an experienced housekeeper with a background in hospitality and customer service. I am highly organized and detail-oriented. I take pride in delivering a high-quality job making your house feel like a home. Excellent with multitasking and I'm willing to stay late to meet your satisfaction.
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Nazibrola B.'s Photo

East Brunswick, NJ

from
$23/hr
7 years experience
General room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Highly experienced and detail-oriented Luxury Housekeeper with a strong background in maintaining high-end private residences. Known for exceptional cleanliness, organization, and discretion. Trusted by homeowners to deliver premium-level service while respecting privacy and household standards.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.20/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Matawan, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Matawan, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Enalyn D.

Enalyn took exceptional care of my 101 year old mother after she fell and fractured her right shoulder.

- Care member

Cathi A.

Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom...

- Dawn V.

Enalyn D.

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

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Matawan, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ is $27.20 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 Matawan, 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 Matawan, 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 Matawan, 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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