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Andrea K.

Part Time Tutor, Odd Jobs And Pet Care

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
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...
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Amanda F.

Kind, Loving, And Responsible Nanny

Monmouth Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a young woman with a kind, loving, fun spirit. I have a lot of experience with children from ages 2 months to 12 yrs old. I began babysitting my first 2-month-old infant at the age of 12. I have worked in a family owned home daycare which has been in business for over 25 years, so I have had the privilege to work hand and...

Care Member says "Amanda was fantastic. She was reliable, on time, and extremely knowledgeable and experienced in caring for infants and toddlers. We hired her for 5...

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Matthew S.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment. I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years. I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients. I...

Falguni B. says "Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of...

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Robbin S.

Kind, Fun And Compassionate

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I recently retired from a very successful career as an Operations Manager at a company that manufactured laboratory equipment for molecular biology research. I am now looking for an opportunity that allows me to help others. I have always been interested in healthcare and being a caregiver/companion/personal assistant, would...

Care Member says "My spouse and I have been very fortunate to have a personal assistant / companion who has made a significant difference in our daily lives. Robbin has...

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Cassidy J.

Personal Assistant

Old Bridge, NJ

3.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
+ 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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Julie H.

Fords, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
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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Jennifer W.

Reader Leader

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

David M. says "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,...

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Katia M.

Manville, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
"Immerse yourself in the luxury of a meticulously cleaned home with Katia's Cleaning Services! With over 10 years of dedicated experience, I offer a comprehensive range of top-quality cleaning services for residential homes, condos, and townhouses in Central Jersey and surrounding areas. From bathrooms to living rooms, kitchens,...

Care Member says "Katia and her team are very thorough and always on time. She cleans my home biweekly. Any time I have specific requests to clean something she...

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Alice D.

Years Of Experience,free Estimate And Good References. Responsible Housecleaning,working With Love.

South River, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
My service is quality guarantee, with over 15 years of experience with residential and commercial clean. Now days , is very important to be able to know who is coming to work in your house before they start. Let me provide you , some good references to give you a peace of mind. I also have insurance. Thank you Very Truly...

Care Member says "I am writing to highly recommend Alice for her outstanding house cleaning services. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and reliability have been...

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Meybelin D.

Independent House Cleaner

Manville, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dependable & professional cleaning with a personal touch. Customized services offered: Commercial offices Residential homes and apartments Daily, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly Reliable Thorough cleaning services Satisfaction guaranteed Equipment and Cleaning supplies provided I have a good references and would be happy to...
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Cathi A.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
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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Ama M.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 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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Nicole B.

Babysitter, Nanny, And Special Needs Provider

Monroe Township, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
*Childcare sharing / homeschool family* I am an experienced special education teacher who has temporarily left the field after having my 1st daughter in 2021. I have worked as a case manager, curriculum developer, teacher, empowerment coach, daycare provider, babysitter, and nanny over the past 15 years. I have an Associates...

Phillip B. says "Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an...

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Mavis N.

Compassionate Caregiver

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
mobility assistance
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
I am a Licensed caregiver here in New Jersey very compassionate and experienced with more than 7 years experience in elderly care. I have skills with dementia, Parkinson, ALS, multiple sclerosis, stroke , Alzheimers, fall risk and bed bound patients. My strengths among others is ensuring your loved ones are safe in their homes...

Care Member says "Ms. M. is a very lovely and patient caregiver. She was a great help to me during my knee replacement surgery "

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Jessica M.

Watchung, NJ

from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! I'm Jessie and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children through occupational therapy. In my experience working with kids, I've gained a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges. Currently, I'm pursuing my MSOT at Seton Hall University. This journey has allowed me to blend my...
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Antonia R.

Manville, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
+ 1 more
Hello, I usually go by my nickname Tanya. I am a Director of Rehabilitation and an occupational therapy assistant during the day at a nursing facility taking care and proclviding therapy services to our elder population. I have a lot of experience tak8ng care of pets/animals through my own pet ownership. In the last 30 yrs, I...
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Erin C.

Marine Biologist, Dog-walker, Reptile Aficionado!

Highland Park, NJ

from
$14/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Erin, and I'm excited to offer expert pet-sitting and dog-walking services, specializing in reptiles, fish, and dogs. With a Master's in Marine Biology from the University of Rhode Island and experience as an aquarist at Biomes Marine Biology Center and Mystic Aquarium, I bring extensive knowledge to animal care. I grew...
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Cynthia P.

Pet Sitter

Piscataway, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs and cats and I have experience caring for my own pets. I would be happy to meet you and your pet to see if my services are in line with what you need.
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Gina P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Dedicated, experienced, compassionate, patient and nurturing nanny with a background in behavior management techniques, occupational therapy at home , brushing techniques and potty training. Proven ability to develop strong relationships with children and provide support that promotes growth and independence.
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Mary Jane B.

Woodbridge, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
boarding
I can do basic boarding for any pets and dog walking. Please let me know if you need my pet care services. I would love to work with your pets. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in New Brunswick, NJ

Therapy Dogs in New Brunswick, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Amanda F.

Amanda was fantastic. She was reliable, on time, and extremely knowledgeable and experienced in caring for infants and toddlers. We hired...

- Care member

Matthew S.

Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He...

- Falguni B.

Robbin S.

My spouse and I have been very fortunate to have a personal assistant / companion who has made a significant difference in our daily lives....

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in New Brunswick, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ is $18.38 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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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