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Flor M.

Newton Center, MA

from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a HHA/CNA with over 6 yrs of experience. I have worked with special needs children. Newborn babies, and up to the age of 11 yrs old. Behavioral therapy experience. Tutoring if needed as well. Help with school homework. Please contact me through here for more information I will be happy to help you ! Thank you !
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Newton Center, MA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hi! My name is Gaia and I am offering jobs throughout the year in child care, senior care, and household services. Whether you are looking for a one time helper, a longer term caretaker or a bit of extra support here and there, I am happy to help out. I have experience working in senior care as a staff member at Benchmark...
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Newton Center, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
Hello My name is Meagan I have been working CNA 27 years. I have experience so I have my experience working assistant living. I used to work in a hospital and on nursing home as well and Home Care services. And Home Care. I working with them. Clients have them dementia, Alzheimer's. As well, I had a compassion and guided...
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Special Educator & EL Teacher Available For Private Tutoring (PreK-Grade 8)

Newton Center, MA

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$80/hr
10 years experience
Offering the following: *Private, remote individual or group tutoring conducted virtually online *In person tutoring in Newton, Needham, Wellesley, Weston, Dedham, West Roxbury, or Brookline Massachusetts (other areas considered on a case by case basis) Over 20 years experience in education, and also the parent of two kids...
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Meal prep
craft assistance
I am an Expressive Therapist and Teacher who specializes in bringing kindness and creative arts to children and senior citizens. I work with individuals and groups. Group offerings include Storytelling, Seated Yoga, Seated Muscle Conditioning, Restorative Yoga, Creator's Cafe (crafts), Community Singalong, and English as a...
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Creative Responsible Female Seeking Senior Care Positions

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects. In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years. I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation. I am...
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Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Breia! I am currently looking for a part time position 3-4 days a week. Time and day can be a bit flexible. I do have another part time job on weekends but mainly in the evening. I am 27 years old, graduated with a degree in human development and human services from Merrimack College. I have 8 years of experience...

Elise R. says "Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible,...

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Reliable And Trustworthy Pet Sitter Who Loves To Play

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Alyssa, a certified pet sitter with experience. I love animals of all shapes and sizes, and I'm committed to providing your furry friends with the best possible care. I'm available for dog walking, pet sitting, and house sitting. I'm also happy to provide additional services such as medication administration and...

Margaret B. says "Alyssa has dog-sat for us a few times. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She always has a big smile and is so gentle and sweet with our pup. I'm so...

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Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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Everett, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been working with families, helping to raise their children for close to 20 years now. I focus on engaging children in many activities and developing lasting relationships. I enjoy my work with children and take great pride in it. I am a fan of outdoor activities and I am familiar with many places to bring children for...

Lucille P. says "Robert is an extraordinary caretaker. He has a great range of creative and positive interpersonal skills, essential for caring for our son, whose is...

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Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate and hard working person who has been working in this field for over 12 years. I have skilled training in elderly care from companionship, personal care, COPD, dementia, hospice, medication management, multiple sclerosis, stroke patients and much more. I am known to be someone who goes above and beyond...

Jill D. says "I worked with Suzanne for many years and is someone who I continually refer my clients to when they are looking for a dependable, trustworthy person. She...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...

Rudy C. says "Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her...

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Move-out cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello!! I am a dedicated and detail-oriented housekeeper with 3+ years of experience in maintaining pristine homes and providing excellent customer service. I have customer service skills because I have also worked at a restaurant for a number of years. I have proven ability to organize household tasks, manage laundry, and...

Judi W. says "Children adored her. She's very patient and loving."

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Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Experienced, educated, artistic and neuro-affirming career nanny based in Somerville is looking for a part-time (15-30hrs a week) nanny position. I'm Lilia and I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and 4 years of experience in education as an ESL teacher and a paraprofessional in Cambridge Public Schools. I'm also an...

Therese S. says "Lilia took care of our 2-year-old for nearly a year, until we moved away this summer. She was very responsible, kind, caring, and super responsive and we...

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Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Home health aide services for seniors. Hi, my name is Moses, I am a Certified Home Health Aide and also posses Certification in CPR/First Aide. I have been working with families taking care of their loved ones for the last 12 yrs, I do this work with compassion, dignity, and I am pretty much friendly and tend to get along very...

Lucy D. says "We hired Moses to help our Dad with everyday tasks and hygiene, when he became no longer able to care for himself. Moses was patient, humorous, very...

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Newborn And Infant Care Specialist

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I am Octavia and I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a diverse range of skills and qualifications. With over 7 years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Infant Sleep Trainer. I'm currently offering Newborn Care Services for the first 12 - 24 weeks. Get ready for the baby and...

Roja D. says "Octavia is amazing! She is genuine, caring, calm, and dependable. My 6 week old son is very peaceful with her and she earned my trust quickly with her...

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Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
I have been providing caregiving services for 10 years. I take pride in making my clients comfortable and providing them with healthy nutritious meals and a clean environment. I have my degree in culinary arts. I would say my favorite meals to make is Mediterranean food. I am very patient and trustworthy and committed and I care...
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Best Cleaning

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
With over seven years of experience, we provide reliable, detail-oriented cleaning services tailored to your needs. Our services include deep cleaning for kitchens and bathrooms, general tidying, specialty appliance cleaning, and move-in/move-out cleanings. We are pet-friendly, flexible with scheduling, fully insured, and...

Robby C. says "Carla did a great job in my house She and her cleaning crew were fabulous."

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Anna D.'s Photo

Everett, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Anna. I am committed to delivering high-quality and efficient service, ensuring you can enjoy your time with your family. I have strong references to back my work.

Shikhar S. says "Very punctual and efficient at cleaning, ironing and arranging closets. Follows instructions correctly and does not cut corners. Very happy with the...

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Fun And Reliable Sitter

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've worked with children ages 3 and over for over 5 years, whether that in homes or as a daycare employee. I have training as an Emergency Medical responder and in CPR, and can provide copies of the certifications ( although the Emergency Responder is currently expired). I have just finished my degree in Communication Sciences...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $40.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Newton Center, MA

Therapy Dogs in Newton Center, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Breia B.

Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days....

- Elise R.

Alyssa C.

Alyssa has dog-sat for us a few times. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She always has a big smile and is so gentle and sweet with our...

- Margaret B.

Robert H.

Robert is an extraordinary caretaker. He has a great range of creative and positive interpersonal skills, essential for caring for our...

- Lucille P.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton Center, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Newton Center, MA, 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 Newton Center, MA is $40.00 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 Newton Center, MA. 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 Newton Center, MA, 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 Newton Center, MA, 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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