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Laura F.

Newington, CT

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
grooming
+ 1 more
For the past three years, I have volunteered as a dog foster, and I have been a pet sitter for over five years. My experience includes house management and caring for a wide range of dog breeds, including poodles, Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, Maltese, and even Great Danes. I have also been hired for basic training and...
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Caregiver

Newington, CT

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello families, My name is Laura, I've been a professional nanny for about 13 years now. While I truly enjoy working with little ones, I especially love engaging them in fun activities and getting to know their unique personalities. I have extensive experience in infant and pediatric care. I have a background in mental health...

Care Member says "Watched my son as a fill in sitter. He had so much fun with her. Very responsive and professional. Would have her work for our family again!"

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Newington, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience as a Social Emotional Behavioral Intern, Paraprofessional, and a Family Services Coordinator for kids receiving special education services and IEPs. I am also starting my masters degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis in the Spring of 2022.
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Certified Dementia Specialist Caregiver

Newington, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in: - Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing) - Meal preparation and feeding support - Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
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SEASONED HOMEMAKER

Newington, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
organization
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Stefanie and I have been a homemaker for 20+ years. My services include one time, weekly or monthly cleaning, housesitting, pet care and errands. I enjoy creating a clean and comfortable environment for my clients to come home to. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you and I look forward to...
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Reliable Housekeeper Using Human Services Skills To Meet Your Needs

Newington, CT

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, reliable & attentive. I like caring for homes because I can create clean, organized spaces. My degree in Human Services helps me make homes comfortable & stress free. I'm looking for a job where I can help people keep their homes clean, organized, & comfortable, using my skills and...
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Newington, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My calling is to support adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. 10 years of experience in adult and senior care roles have solidified my desire to positively impact lives. I'm patient, compassionate, friendly, and approachable. I build connections with care recipients by understanding their preferences and personal...
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New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi!! My name is Vanesa. I am new to care. com, however I am not new to caregiving! I love helping others live their highest potential and advocating for others. I have an extensive background in the healthcare field and customer service field. I have an associate degree in science majoring in Occupational therapy. I've worked/...

Care Member says "Vanesa is a very trustworthy, reliable and engaging sitter! I have been using her for years since my son was 1 years old, an now he is 8- along with my...

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Gosia's Bio

New Britain, CT

4.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hi, My name is Gosia. I am experienced caregiver working in the field for over 20 years. My experience includes: - Working with elderly people with different kinds of health issues including: Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Cardiovascular diseases and Physical disabilities - Working with elderly...
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Detail Oriented Housekeeper

Rocky Hill, CT

4.7(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Reliable and detail oriented housekeeper with over 3 years experience maintaining the organization and cleanliness in multiple residences and commercial properties. I am skilled at performing numerous cleaning duties such as basic and deep cleaning, sanitation, organizing spaces, and tending to general housekeeping tasks in a...

Kiara D. says "Natalee has been our housekeeper for about a year now and it has been a pleasant experience working with her. She's very punctual, detail oriented and...

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YOU'RE A GRANDMA OR GRANDPA NOT A CLIENT.

Southington, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
My name is Helina. I've been a Caregiver for over 15yrs. I am Patience, Good Listener, Compassionate, Loving Caring And Honest. I love to cook, I am neat love being active. I was a live-in caregiver from June 2012 - May 2020. Then an Hourly from June 2020- Nov 2021. Then a Live-In from Feb 2022- Aug 2024. All Grandma's got tired...

Care Member says "First, Helina is very personable. She is responsible, diligent and trustworthy. She focused on my mother's well-being at the end of her life, and she...

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Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself, My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....

Andrea L. says "Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both...

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Southington, CT

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi, I live in Southington and have a master degree in marriage and family therapy. I was working for non profit agencies for over 10 years when I wanted to make more of a difference for families. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter full time since August 2018. I have worked for families long term as well as the occasional...
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New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...

Anna B. says "Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure...

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West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
Hello! My name is Carla T., I am a Brazilian woman resident in West Hartford. I have great references and a lot of experience, and I am an honest person. I am very mindful, detailed, and careful when it comes to cleaning. Here I would like to offer you my services! Some of my most requested services are: Clean houses Clean...

Lisa T. says "Carla is a very talented housekeeper who cares and is dependable and works hard. She has great ideas on cleaning and organizing and is a great help to our...

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West Hartford, CT

4.9(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Fabiana and I am local to your area and I actively have other clients in your neighborhood. I have 8 years of housekeeping experience with excellent prior and current employer references. I am very interested in speaking to you concerning your post for housekeeping services. I give 110% to make your home Sparkle and...

Care Member says "We have had the pleasure of having Fabiana as our housekeeper for about a year now, and we couldn't be happier with her services. She is truly the best...

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Responsible Pet Sitter And Walker

West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have taken care of dogs for the better part of 10 years, including my own and my family's/ friends. I'm a huge animal lover and understand the importance of an animals happiness and wellbeing. Your pet will be in good hands I will bring my own waste bags for walking services and will send photos throughout the service.

Dimitri H. says "Rosie is great with any dog and had grown up with dogs her whole life. Dogs gravitate towards her always, whether it is a friend's dog or stranger's dog....

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Hardworking And Compassionate Homecare Provider

Southington, CT

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Strong medical background with ICU experience as a Nursing Technician/ Nursing Assistant, 20+ years of homecare experience specialized in memory care and dementia patients as well as Parkinson's Disease and end of life care/ hospice care. I have excellent references and great reputation as a caregiver , companion, cook and...

Care Member says "Maria was with us for a week before my husband passed. She is a very caring, compassionate and kind woman. Perfect, almost. I'd hire her again, in a...

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Child Care Provider And Love Working With Kids

Cromwell, CT

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I am currently 30 years of age. Having babysat for numerous local families, I made a decision to take my child care services to the next level. I have worked at two daycare centers in my time and was with them for years. I have taken multiple child care classes and, coupled with the experience from working at the above daycare....

Jessica G. says "We have been so lucky to find Kristen - my kids love her and we are very happy with her flexibility and positive attitude!"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.62/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Newington, CT

Therapy Dogs in Newington, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Laura F.

Watched my son as a fill in sitter. He had so much fun with her. Very responsive and professional. Would have her work for our family again!

- Care member

Vanesa I.

Vanesa is a very trustworthy, reliable and engaging sitter! I have been using her for years since my son was 1 years old, an now he is 8-...

- Care member

Natalee R.

Natalee has been our housekeeper for about a year now and it has been a pleasant experience working with her. She's very punctual, detail...

- Kiara D.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newington, CT

To find a therapy dog near you in Newington, CT, 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 Newington, CT is $23.62 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 Newington, CT. 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 Newington, CT, 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 Newington, CT, 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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